Description
Delightful no-bake chocolate balls made with rich dark chocolate, nuts, and a hint of spice, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate
- 100g chopped walnuts, almonds, or pistachios
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 tsp cardamom or cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by finely chopping or processing your chosen nuts until they reach a lightly coarse texture.
- Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, pausing to stir every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Combine the melted chocolate with your chopped nuts, coconut flakes, and sweetener in a mixing bowl. Stir gently.
- Add spices if using, and mix well.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and then roll them in additional coconut flakes, crushed nuts, or cocoa powder for coating.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up on a parchment-lined tray.
Notes
For best flavor, avoid over-melting chocolate and refrigerate the mixture to achieve the right consistency for rolling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no-bake, chocolate, dessert, easy recipe, family-friendly