Best 20 Chocolate Balls Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable symphony of flavors with our exquisite Chocolate Balls, a delightful treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. These bite-sized morsels are a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and a variety of delectable fillings, catering to every palate's desire. From the classic combination of crunchy nuts and gooey caramel to the tangy burst of fruit and the velvety smoothness of creamy fillings, each Chocolate Ball offers a unique and unforgettable experience. With a selection of recipes ranging from simple and straightforward to more elaborate and adventurous, this article will guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats, ensuring that you can impress your loved ones or satisfy your own sweet cravings with ease.

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RICE KRISPIES® CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BALLS



RICE KRISPIES® Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls image

These crispy morsels of chocolate-covered peanut butter are a crowd pleaser, no matter the occasion.

Provided by Rice Krispies

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     KELLOGG'S¨ RICE KRISPIES¨ Treats and MOR

Time 1h20m

Yield 27

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup crunchy peanut butter
¼ cup margarine or butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 cups Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal
1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
54 each mini-muffin paper cups

Steps:

  • In large electric mixer bowl, beat peanut butter, margarine and sugar on medium speed until thoroughly combined. Add KELLOGG'S RICE KRISPIES cereal, mixing thoroughly. Portion mixture, using rounded teaspoon. Shape into balls. Place each ball in paper cup. Refrigerate.
  • Melt chocolate morsels and shortening in small saucepan, over low heat, stirring constantly. Spoon 1 teaspoon melted chocolate over each peanut butter ball. Refrigerate until firm. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 85.9 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

NO-BAKE CRISPY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



No-Bake Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, crispy rice cereal, chocolate chunk

Provided by Scott Loitsch

Categories     Desserts

Yield 40 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter, softened
2 cups creamy peanut butter
3 cups powdered sugar
3 cups crispy rice cereal, more for garnish
2 cups chocolate chunk, preferably dark, for coating

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, add the butter and peanut butter. Microwave for 1 minute.
  • Using a fork, stir together the melted butter and peanut butter until smooth. Microwave additional 20 seconds, as needed.
  • Add the powdered sugar and rice cereal to the bowl. Gently mix together until fully incorporated.
  • Using your hands, roll the mixture into approximately 30-40 1-inch balls (2 ½ cm). Place them on a wax paper-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.
  • In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chunks. Microwave for 60-75 seconds, stopping to check and stir every 30 seconds.
  • Drop the frozen balls in the melted chocolate one at a time, use a fork to roll around to ensure an even coating. Place back on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Garnish with additional rice cereal while the chocolate is still warm. Chill until the chocolate has set.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 16 grams

CHOCOLATE COCONUT BALLS



Chocolate Coconut Balls image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield 30 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup toasted chopped Macadamia nuts
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
8 ounces sweetened shredded coconut
One 12-ounce bag semisweet chocolate morsels, melted
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • In a bowl mix together the nuts, condensed milk, almond extract and coconut. Using your fingers, press the mixture into balls about 3/4-inch round. Place onto sheet trays and let rest at room temperature for 4 hours or in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • After the balls have set up, melt the chocolate and shortening until smooth. Dip into the chocolate to coat evenly and lightly. Place onto a parchment or foil lined sheet pan to dry.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BALLS



Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls image

"It's a tradition for my sister and me to bring these chocolaty confections to functions and family gatherings," notes Rhonda Williams of Mayville, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield about 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, cubed
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 cups crisp rice cereal
4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup shortening

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter and butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until smooth. Remove from the heat. , In a large bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and cereal. Pour peanut butter mixture over cereal; toss to coat. Roll into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until chilled., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Return to baking sheets; refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHOCOLATE RUM BALLS I



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The holidays will sparkle brightly when you whip up a batch of these chocolate favorites!

Provided by FARMLIFE

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Time 45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ¼ cups crushed vanilla wafers
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
½ cup rum

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the crushed vanilla wafers, 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, cocoa, and nuts. Blend in corn syrup and rum.
  • Shape into 1 inch balls, and roll in additional confectioners' sugar. Store in an airtight container for several days to develop the flavor. Roll again in confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 38.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

CHOCOLATE-COVERED PEANUT BUTTER BALLS



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Crunchy peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate. A favorite Christmas cookie in my family for at least three generations. Can be refrigerated, frozen, or eaten immediately.

Provided by Edna

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Truffle Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 45

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups crushed cornflakes cereal
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ cup smooth peanut butter
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 ½ cups chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Mix corn flakes cereal, confectioners' sugar, peanut butter, and butter together in a bowl. Scoop mixture using a melon baller into balls and arrange on a plate or baking sheet. Refrigerate until solid, at least 3 hours.
  • Melt chocolate chips and oil in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Grease a baking sheet.
  • Gently roll peanut butter balls in the melted chocolate until evenly coated; arrange on the same baking sheet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 41.9 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

DARK CHOCOLATE BOURBON BALLS



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Remember the days at Grandma and Grandpa's house when you made these wonderfully traditional treats? We love these Kentucky Derby bourbon balls—the blended taste of bourbon and pecans is irresistible! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/4 cups finely chopped pecans, divided
1/4 cup bourbon
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, melted

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup pecans and bourbon; let stand, covered, for 8 hours or overnight., Cream butter and confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, until crumbly; stir in pecan mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 45 minutes. Shape into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., Dip in chocolate coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup pecans. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CHOCOLATE COCONUT ALMOND BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Coconut Almond Balls Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: desiccated coconut, icing sugar, salt, vanilla extract, sweetened condensed milk, dark chocolate, almond

Provided by Dhruv Vohra

Categories     Desserts

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups desiccated coconut, unsweetened
½ cup icing sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
dark chocolate
almond

Steps:

  • In a large bowl mix together coconut, sugar, salt, vanilla, and condensed milk. If the mixture is too dry add additional milk until it all just comes together.
  • Roll the mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls and place on a wax paper lined baking sheet. Freeze for 15 minutes.
  • Break apart chocolate bars and add to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave chocolate for 75 seconds, stopping every 30 seconds to check and stir.
  • Remove the coconut balls from the freezer and individually roll in melted chocolate to coat. Place back on a wax paper lined tray and sprinkle with additional coconut and top with an almond (optional).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634 calories, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 79 grams

CHOCOLATE COCONUT BALLS



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This is the grand prize winner taken from Taste of Home's Simple&Delicious magazine, Nov/Dec/07 submitted by Mary Ann Marino -- if your coconut strands are long I suggest to chop with a knife --- these are SO delicious!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Candy

Time 25m

Yield 30 candies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 3/4 cups flaked coconut (chop if the stands are long)
1 cup finely chopped almonds
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated milk)
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine confectioners sugar with coconut, almonds and condensed milk.
  • Shape into 1-inch balls.
  • Place in refrigerator until firm.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl melt the chocolate chips with shortening, removing to stir once or twice until smooth.
  • Dip each ball into the chocolate mixture allowing the excess chocolate to drip off.
  • Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
  • Store in refrigerator.

CHOCOLATE RUM BALLS



Chocolate Rum Balls image

These creamy, truffle-like goodies are on my cookie tray every Christmas. If you like, prepare them up to three days ahead of time--just store them in the refrigerator.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1/4 cup dark rum, warmed
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup ground almonds
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted
8 Oreo cookies, finely crushed

Steps:

  • Dissolve coffee granules in warm rum. Beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, almonds and rum mixture until blended. Stir in melted chocolate. Refrigerate until firm enough to roll, about 1 hour., Shape mixture into 1-in. balls; roll in crushed cookies. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, separating layers with waxed paper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SWEDISH CHOCOLATE BALLS (OR COCONUT BALLS)



Swedish Chocolate Balls (or Coconut Balls) image

This is a classic Swedish recipe, beloved by every Swede. It is one of the first things children learn to make, and it's enjoyed greatly by all ages. The balls can either be bite-sized or giant, whichever seems more appealing. Or make one big ball, and many small ones. Additional cocoa powder or chocolate can be added to intensify the flavor.

Provided by AngelicaS

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Scandinavian

Time 2h20m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups regular rolled oats
1 ¼ cups white sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 tablespoons strong coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened baking chocolate, melted
⅓ cup coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Mix the oats, sugar, and cocoa together in a bowl. Add the butter, and use your hands to mix the ingredients together to make a thick dough. Mix in the coffee, vanilla, and chocolate until thoroughly blended.
  • Place the coconut flakes in a small bowl. Pinch off small amounts of dough and roll between your hands to make small balls, about 1-1/2 inches in diameter. Roll the balls in the coconut flakes. Balls are ready to eat, or may be refrigerated 2 hours to become firmer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 29.6 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

5-INGREDIENT CHOCOLATE ALMOND BUTTER BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



5-Ingredient Chocolate Almond Butter Balls Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: almond butter, almond flour, dark chocolate, vanilla extract, sea salt

Provided by Tiffany Lo

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 10 balls

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup almond butter
½ cup almond flour
½ cup dark chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
sea salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix almond flour, almond butter, and vanilla extract. Create round balls using your hands.
  • Place onto a baking sheet and chill for 20 minutes or until solid.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals.
  • Individually coat eat ball in the chocolate and place back onto the baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.
  • Chill until chocolate is set.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CHOCOLATE DIPPED KRISPIES PEANUT BUTTER BALLS



Chocolate Dipped Krispies Peanut Butter Balls image

These are lighter then the ones without the Rice Krispies. I got the recipe from the "Classic Holiday Cooking" cook book. You can shape into eggs for Easter!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Candy

Time 25m

Yield 100 balls

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2 cups chunky peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla (optional)
1 lb powdered sugar
3 cups rice, krispies
2 ounces paraffin wax or 2 ounces shortening
1 (24 ounce) package chocolate chips (using 12 ounces for large balls or 24 ounces for small one)

Steps:

  • Melt butter and while hot, stir in peanut butter.
  • Mix well and add vanilla, powdered sugar and Rice Krispies.
  • Work in with hands until it will form balls.
  • If using paraffin shred on a box grater then add to the chocolate in a double boil and heat till melted and combined.
  • Dip into melted chocolate and paraffin or shortening with toothpick.
  • Cool on waxed paper.

CHOCOLATE BALLS



Chocolate Balls image

This is a peanut butter and graham cracker, chocolate covered treat. My mother made these to send to friends and relatives at Christmas time.

Provided by Cynthia Escalante

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup peanut butter
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in graham cracker crumbs until well blended. Form the dough into 1 inch balls by rolling in your hands, or by using a cookie scoop.
  • Melt the semisweet chocolate chips, semisweet chocolate squares, and the shortening in the top half of a double boiler. Use a fork to dip the balls into the melted chocolate, and place on wax paper to cool until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 48.1 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE KAHLUA CHRISTMAS BALLS



No-Bake Chocolate Kahlua Christmas Balls image

Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     No-Cook     Christmas     Parade

Yield Makes about 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1 1/4 cups vanilla cookie crumbs
1 1/4 cups ginger snap cookie crumbs
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/3 cup Kahlúa liqueur
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups shredded coconut

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the chocolate chips in evaporated milk in a pot over low heat, stirring constantly, until well blended. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool for about 30 minutes. Combine all remaining ingredients except the coconut; stir into the chocolate mixture, blending well.
  • 2. Shape the mixture into 1- to 1 1/2-inch balls (if the dough is too moist, add up to 1/3 cup more cookie crumbs), then roll in coconut. Let air-dry for 2 hours on waxed paper. Transfer to an airtight container; store in refrigerator. Serve in pleated, brown-paper candy cups.

SWEDISH CHOCOLATE BALLS (CHOKLADBOLLAR)



Swedish Chocolate Balls (Chokladbollar) image

They say that these Swedish chocolate balls, known as chokladbollar, are the first thing a Swedish child learns to make, and for good reason; they're easy to do, there's no baking required, and mixing the "dough" together makes for a fun activity. They sure beat snacking on a candy bar during the afternoon slump, as the fats and whole grain keep you satisfied much longer, while the coffee and cocoa provide the perfect pick-me-up.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups quick-cooking rolled oats
½ cup white sugar
3 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
1 pinch kosher salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
¼ cup coconut oil, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
½ cup unsweetened grated coconut, or as needed

Steps:

  • Heat a pan over medium heat and add oats. Toss and shake until fragrant and lightly toasted, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Combine sugar, cocoa powder, salt, cayenne, butter, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and coffee in a bowl. Add the oats and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Portion dough into balls using a sorbet scoop. Roll balls in grated coconut and transfer to a parchment-lined baking pan. Let them firm up in the fridge for 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 27.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE-FUDGE CAKE BALLS



Heavenly Chocolate-Fudge Cake Balls image

My special treat is similar to the popular cake pops-but without the stick! They're guaranteed to calm any chocolate craving and jazz up holiday goodie trays all at the same time. Best of all, no one will guess how easy they are to make! -Lynn Davis, Moreno Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h15m

Yield about 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
2 tablespoons hot water
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 cup chocolate fudge frosting
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup chocolate syrup
1-1/3 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips
2 pounds white candy coating, chopped
Optional toppings: milk chocolate English toffee bits, toasted sweetened shredded coconut and crushed candy canes

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake according to package directions. Cool completely. Crumble cake into a large bowl., In a small bowl, combine hot water and coffee granules; stir until dissolved. Add the frosting, cocoa and chocolate syrup; stir until combined. Add to cake; beat on low speed until blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Shape into 1-in. balls., In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip balls in coating mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; sprinkle with toppings of your choice. Let stand until set. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE COVERED ORANGE BALLS



Chocolate Covered Orange Balls image

A friend gave me this recipe at a cookie exchange party in 1981. I won a 2nd place in a cookie contest with this recipe. It's a GREAT holiday cookie!

Provided by Vickie

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Milk Chocolate

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound confectioners' sugar
1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed
1 cup chopped walnuts
¼ pound butter
1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 ½ pounds milk chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the confectioners sugar, vanilla wafers, walnuts, butter and orange juice. Mix well and shape into 1 inch round balls; allow to dry for 1 hour.
  • Place chocolate chips in top of double boiler. Stir frequently over medium heat until melted.
  • Dip balls into melted chocolate and place in decorative paper cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.4 calories, Carbohydrate 66.3 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 124.1 mg, Sugar 48.8 g

CHOCOLATE LEBKUCHEN CHERRY BALLS



Chocolate Lebkuchen Cherry Balls image

Here's my twist on the traditional German holiday lebkuchen-with a surprise inside. Maraschino cherries add a sweet and unexpected punch to the holiday spice of gingersnaps. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

40 gingersnap cookies
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided
1-1/4 cups sliced almonds, divided
2 tablespoons chopped candied orange peel
1 teaspoon almond extract
60 maraschino cherries, stems removed

Steps:

  • Place gingersnaps, cream cheese, 1/2 cup chocolate chips, 1/2 cup almonds, orange peel and extract in a food processor; process until combined. Refrigerate until firm enough to form into balls. Pat cherries dry with paper towels. Wrap each cherry with a rounded tablespoonful of cream cheese mixture; shape into a ball. Freeze until firm, about 20 minutes. , Chop remaining sliced almonds; set aside. In a double boiler, melt remaining chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Dip cherry balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle balls with almonds. Place on waxed paper. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE WALNUT KAHLUA BALLS (NO BAKE)



Chocolate Walnut Kahlua Balls (No Bake) image

I have made these using dark rum, Grand Marnier and Bailey's Irish Cream, you can use any three with success.. I usually make these treats around the holiday season, but of coarse you can make them at any time. I make one batch using semisweet chocolate and one with white chocolate, these really should chill overnight before serving them, you'll be lucky if they make until the next day LOL! Yield is only estimated depending on the size of the balls --- you will LOVE these! :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 40 balls (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or use white chocolate chips)
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 cup Kahlua (or 1/2 cup dark rum)
2 1/2 cups finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies (measure 2-1/2 cups after crushing, about 10 ounces)
1 1/2 cups walnuts, finely chopped
1/2 cup powdered sugar (can use regular sugar for coating also)

Steps:

  • Stir the chocolate over simmering water in a double boiler until melted and smooth; remove from heat.
  • Whisk in 1/2 cup sugar and corn syrup then the Kahlua.
  • In a small bowl mix together the chopped walnuts and crushed wafers; add in the chocolate mixture and mix well.
  • Shape into small balls.
  • Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
  • Roll each ball in the powdered sugar to coat.
  • Place in an air-tight container and refrigerate overnight.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Make sure the chocolate is finely chopped so that it melts smoothly.
  • Don't overheat the chocolate or it will seize.
  • Be careful when adding the wet ingredients to the chocolate mixture, so that you don't overmix it.
  • Chill the chocolate balls for at least 30 minutes before serving, so that they have a chance to firm up.
  • Store the chocolate balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Chocolate balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, and other special occasions. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a chocolate ball recipe that everyone will love.

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