Best 6 Chocolate Chip Eggnog Balls Recipes

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Indulge in a festive and delectable treat with our exquisite Chocolate Chip Eggnog Balls recipe. These delightful confections are the perfect addition to your holiday gatherings, combining the classic flavors of chocolate chips, creamy eggnog, and a touch of nutmeg, all enveloped in a rich chocolate coating. With just a few simple steps, you can create these bite-sized pieces of heaven that are sure to be a hit among family and friends.

In addition to the classic Chocolate Chip Eggnog Balls, this article also presents variations to cater to different preferences. For those who love a hint of citrus, the Orange Chocolate Chip Eggnog Balls infuse a refreshing orange flavor into the mix. For a nutty twist, the Pistachio Chocolate Chip Eggnog Balls add a delightful crunch and a vibrant green hue. And for a touch of sophistication, the Amaretto Chocolate Chip Eggnog Balls introduce a subtle almond liqueur flavor that adds a touch of elegance.

No matter which recipe you choose, the Chocolate Chip Eggnog Balls are guaranteed to bring joy and warmth to your holiday celebrations. The combination of chocolate, eggnog, and spices creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will produce these irresistible treats.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EGGNOG TRUFFLES



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Eggnog Truffles make a great holiday or hostess gift. Package the truffles in a holiday tin between wax paper.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5h25m

Yield Makes 2 dozen or 12 (2 truffles) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound white baking chocolate, divided
4 ounces (1/2 package) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Nutmeg, Ground
1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Imitation Rum Extract
Additional McCormick® Nutmeg, ground for sprinkling

Steps:

  • 1. Melt 8 ounces of the chocolate as directed on package. Beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, nutmeg and extract in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed mixer until well blended and smooth. Add melted chocolate; beat until well mixed. Cover. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or until firm.
  • 2. Shape into 24 (about 3/4-inch) balls. Place on wax paper-lined tray. Refrigerate until ready to dip.
  • 3. Coat only 12 truffles at a time. Melt 4 ounces of the remaining chocolate in small microwavable bowl on MEDIUM (50% power) 1 1/2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute. Using a fork, dip 1 truffle at a time into the melted chocolate. Tap back of fork 2 or 3 times against edge of dish to allow excess chocolate to drip off. Place truffles on wax paper-lined tray. (If there are any "bald" spots on truffle, cover with melted chocolate that remains on the fork). Sprinkle truffles with nutmeg. Repeat with remaining 4 ounces chocolate and remaining truffles.
  • 4. Refrigerate 1 hour or until chocolate is set. Store truffles between layers of wax paper in airtight container in refrigerator up to 1 week.

CHOCOLATE CHIP EGG NOG BALLS



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i usually make this around christmas time and its been a big hit with family and friends...

Provided by Heather Baker

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 oz softened cream cheese
4 c sifted powdered sugar
1 Tbsp heavy cream
1 tsp brandy extract
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1/2 c mini semi sweet chocolate chips
1 1/4 c fine chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. In large bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy cream, brandy extract, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Beat until creamy. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets. Chill 5 minutes. Roll into balls. Coat completely with nuts.

CHOCOLATE CHIP EGGNOG MUFFINS



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Make and share this Chocolate Chip Eggnog Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups flour
3/4 cup chocolate chips
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar, divided
2 eggs
3/4 cup eggnog (not low-fat)
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In bowl, combine dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
  • In large bowl, whisk together ¾ cup sugar, eggs, eggnog and oil. Stir in flour mixture until just combined.
  • Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle with remaining sugar.
  • Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes. Let cool on rack for 5 minutes before removing from pans.

CHOCOLATE CHIP GRAHAM BALLS



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These graham balls are so easy, even very young kids can make these (with adult supervision, of course)!

Provided by cjls78

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup finely crushed graham crackers
1 cup chocolate chips
⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk
½ cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, chocolate chips, and sweetened condensed milk in a mixing bowl. Pour chopped nuts into a shallow bowl. Form graham cracker mixture into 1-inch balls and roll in nuts until coated.
  • Chill graham balls until set, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 1.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 27.7 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

CHOCOLATE EGGNOG



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I love Christmas so much that I decorate in October. I don't care for eggnog, but it's such a tradition at Christmastime that I created an eggnog that even I like! -Debbie Holcombe, Brunswick, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large eggs
2/3 cup sugar
4 cups 2% chocolate milk, divided
3 cups chocolate ice cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Optional toppings: whipped cream, ground nutmeg and/or chocolate curls

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan, whisk eggs and sugar until blended; stir in 2 cups chocolate milk. Cook and stir over medium heat 12-15 minutes or until mixture is just thick enough to coat a spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°. Do not allow to boil. Immediately transfer to a large bowl., Stir in ice cream, vanilla and nutmeg. Stir in remaining chocolate milk. In a small bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form; stir into eggnog mixture. Transfer to a pitcher., Refrigerate, covered, until cold. Stir just before serving. Top servings as desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE CHIP EGGNOG BALLS



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This a quick and easy, no bake cookie, all will just love it!!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Brandy Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 42

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 teaspoon brandy
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 ¼ cups finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and confectioners' sugar. Beat in the heavy cream and brandy. Combine the salt, cinnamon and nutmeg, stir into the cream cheese mixture along with the mini chips to form a smooth dough. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet. Chill for 5 minutes.
  • Roll the chilled dough into balls and roll them in the chopped pecans to coat completely. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 40.1 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh eggnog for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have eggnog, you can substitute 1 cup of milk and 1/4 cup of rum.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it into balls. This will help the balls hold their shape better.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
  • If the dough is too dry, add a little more eggnog.
  • Roll the balls in melted chocolate chips before coating them in powdered sugar. This will give them a festive look.
  • Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Chocolate chip eggnog balls are a delicious and festive holiday treat. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them traditional or with a twist, these balls are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.

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