One of my best friends is Swedish. She taught me how to make these awesome chocolate balls, which are a common Swedish dessert. They have a great texture from the oats, and a flavor from the dark cocoa that makes them rich but not overly sweet. I added a bit of strong coffee, which gives them some extra bite. Great for parties because the pearl sugar makes them pretty, and they’re easy to grab and pop in your mouth. Both kids and adults love the chocolate balls – you can’t eat just one!
Guessipe
- 1 stick butter, softened
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 TBSP strong coffee
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 TBSP dark cocoa powder
- 2 cups oats
- 1/2 cup Swedish pearl sugar
Mix together the butter, sugar, coffee, and vanilla until well combined.
Add the cocoa powder and oats.
Combine with your hands until the butter is thoroughly incorporated.
Shape TBSP-sized scoops into balls. Then roll each ball in pearl sugar.
Refrigerate and try not to eat all the chocolate balls before the party starts!
