Recipe: Bourbon Fruit Balls (no-bake, using mincemeat and vanilla wafer cookies)

BOURBON FRUIT BALLS

1 (9-ounce) package NONE SUCH Condensed Mincemeat, finely crumbled
2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs (about 56 cookies)
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup bourbon or rum
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon water
Additional confectioners' sugar

In large bowl, combine all ingredients (except additional confectioners' sugar) until well blended. Chill 4 hours or overnight.

Dip hands in confectioners' sugar, shape mixture into 1-inch balls. (Re-chill if mixture becomes too soft). Roll in additional confectioners' sugar. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Chill 2 hours or until firm.

Store tightly covered at room temperature. Re-roll in confectioners' sugar before serving if desired.

Tip: Flavor of these candies improves after 24 hours. They can be made ahead and stored in refrigerator for several weeks.

Makes about 4 1/2 dozen
Source: Eagle Family Foods