Chocolate Balls
These chocolate balls are a simple, no-bake dessert made with just a few ingredients! They're perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings, ideal for parties, or a sweet homemade gift. With a soft, fudgy interior and a delicious coating of shredded coconut or sprinkles, these chocolate balls are a crowd-pleasing treat that you can prepare in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 🛒 Precisely Measured Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make delicious homemade chocolate balls:
- 1 ½ cups crushed biscuits digestive biscuits, graham crackers, or Oreos
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup condensed milk or melted chocolate for a richer texture
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup shredded coconut sprinkles, or crushed nuts (for coating)
Instructions
- Step 1: Crush the Biscuits
- Place the biscuits (digestive biscuits, graham crackers, or Oreos) in a food processor.
- Pulse until finely crushed. If using Oreos, remove the filling first for a less sweet result.
- Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed biscuits, cocoa powder, melted butter, vanilla extract, and condensed milk.
- Stir until the mixture is smooth, sticky, and well combined.
- Step 3: Roll the Balls
- Take 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll it into a ball between your hands.
- Continue rolling the remaining dough until all the mixture is used.
- Step 4: Coat & Chill
- Roll each chocolate ball in shredded coconut, cocoa powder, or sprinkles.
- Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- After chilling, your chocolate balls are ready to enjoy!
- Serve them chilled or at room temperature. They make a perfect treat for parties, snacks, or gift-giving.
Notes
- Substitute for Condensed Milk: If you don’t have condensed milk, you can substitute it with melted chocolate or honey for a more natural sweetness.
- Make Them Healthier: Use dark chocolate and unsweetened coconut flakes for a lower-sugar version.
- Customize the Coating: Try crushed nuts, cocoa powder, or even colored sprinkles for a festive look.
- Storage Tips: Store chocolate balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate them for up to 2 weeks.