Swedish Chocolate Balls Recipe – Chokladbollar
Servings: 16 people
Calories: 195kcal
Swedish Chocolate balls, a beloved Swedish classic found in every coffee shop, are among the most popular sweet treats in Sweden and the easiest treat to make at home! Made using simple ingredients, Swedish Chokladbollar are often the first thing a Swedish child learns to make, and this is a great recipe to start with.
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Equipment
- 1 Large bowl
- Optional: Electric mixer, food processor
Ingredients
- 1.5 Sticks Butter At room temperature.
- 5 Tablespoons Cacao powder Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder. Traditional recipes call for 3 tablespoons.
- 1.5 Cups Rolled oats
Quick-cooking oats are smaller and often easier to form balls with but we prefer whole-rolled oats, as they make chocolate balls with the best texture.
- ⅓ Cup Brown sugar Regular sugar, coconut sugar, or maple syrup work too. The traditional recipe uses 1/2 cup of sugar.
- 3 Tablespoons Cold strong Coffee If you’re making these with kids, you can either use decaffeinated coffee or substitute it with cold water.
- Pinch Salt
Optional
- ½ Cup Shredded coconut Or pearl sugar( crystallized white sugar), sesame seeds, cacao powder, or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Mix the butter, brown sugar, oatmeal, and cacao powder and salt in a large bowl using a fork or an electric hand mixer.
- Add the cold coffee and mix thoroughly. If the mixture seems too dry, you can add a teaspoon of water. If it seems too wet, you can add a few tablespoons of oats.
- Allow the mixture to rest for 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Using clean hands, roll the mixture into small balls.
- Fill a small bowl with shredded coconut and roll or dip each chocolate ball until covered. You can also make these using a food processor. You don’t want to blend these to a smooth, thick paste; just enough to bring the ingredients together!
Notes
Swedes are famous for their Fika (the Swedish word for coffee break). Enjoy these simple chocolate balls with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk. They can be served at room temperature or chilled.
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Tips for making delicious Swedish chocolate balls
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Tips for making delicious Swedish chocolate balls
- Adjust the sweetness to suit the occasion. Because this is a no bake recipe, using less sugar won’t affect the finished result.
- Choose a size that works for you! The chocolate balls found at Swedish bakeries, restaurants, and cafes are often really big! When they are homemade, they’re usually smaller, about the size of a table tennis ball.
- They can be rolled in a variety of toppings. Choose between pearl sugar ( crystallized white sugar pearls), shredded coconut, colorful cake sprinkles, sesame seeds, unsweetened cacao powder, cocoa powder sweetened with a little powdered sugar, and finely chopped nuts. They can also be without toppings!
- If you’re making these for a crowd, you can use gluten-free oats and plant-based butter or coconut oil to accommodate any allergies and refrain from using sesame seed or nut toppings.
- If you plan to make a large batch, you can use a hand mixer for speed and convenience. The traditional recipe varies in how it is made. Many recipes call for chunky oats; some require a food processor to make a smoother paste.
Nutrition
Serving: 25g | Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 124mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
Please note:
This nutritional information is an estimate and values may vary. It is for guidance only and should not be considered dietary advice.
