Chocolate Balls
These classic, no-bake chocolate balls are a delightful treat made with crushed cookies and rich cocoa, perfect for a quick and easy dessert.
Ingredients
- •2 cups plain vanilla or butter cookies, finely crushed (200g)
- •1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25g)
- •1/2 cup powdered sugar (60g)
- •1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (60g)
- •1/4 cup milk or heavy cream (60ml)
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •1/2 cup shredded coconut or sprinkles for coating (50g)
Instructions
- 1
Place the cookies in a large bowl or food processor and crush them until fine crumbs form.
- 2
Add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar to the crushed cookies and mix well.
- 3
Pour in the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract, then stir until a thick, cohesive dough forms.
- 4
Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- 5
Roll the chilled mixture into bite-sized balls using the palms of your hands.
- 6
Roll each ball in shredded coconut or sprinkles until evenly coated.
- 7
Place the finished chocolate balls on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- You can substitute the milk with strong coffee to give the chocolate balls a subtle mocha flavor.
- Store the chocolate balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These can be frozen for up to a month; just thaw them in the fridge before serving.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished chocolate balls should be firm yet fudgy, with a rich chocolate flavor and a delightful outer coating.