1 c. finely crushed vanilla wafers (about 22 wafers)
1 c. sifted powdered sugar
2/3 c. chopped walnuts
1/4 c. chopped candied cherries
2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tbsp. bourbon
1 tbsp. water
1 1/2 tsp. light corn syrup
Sifted powdered sugar

In a mixing bowl combine crushed vanilla wafers, the 1 cup powdered sugar, walnuts, candied cherries, and cocoa powder. Stir in bourbon, water, and light corn syrup until well combined. Chill the mixture about 30 minutes.

Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place balls in an airtight container; let the balls stand (ripen) for 2 to 3 days. Before serving the balls, roll them in additional sifted powdered sugar. Makes about 24 pieces.