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This no-bake recipe for Swedish Chocolate Balls (also known as Chokladbollar), is very simple to make, and the perfect make-ahead dessert that you can do with a child.
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This no-bake recipe for Swedish Chocolate Coconut Balls (also known as Chokladbollar), is very simple to make, and the perfect make-ahead dessert that you can do with a child.
“Mommy! These don’t taste like poop!”
Yup. If that isn’t the best recommendation I can get for a recipe….
My 4 year old and I made these together one afternoon while big sister was at school and miraculously, the baby was sleeping. She helped me measure all the ingredients out and place them in the food processor, and she got to push the button to turn the food processor on, and then she got to help me roll the dough into balls. And I will admit, in a 4 year old’s mind, the pulsed chocolate and oats might have looked not quite so appetizing. We rolled the balls into some dried coconut and then placed them in the fridge to harden until after dinner.
It was then that she discovered that no matter what these looked like, they actually ta
Chokladbollar (Havregrynskugle)
Chokladbollar (in Swedish) or havregrynskugle (in Danish) are chocolate and coconut cupcakes of Scandinavian origin very popular in northern Europe.
These little chocolate and oatmeal balls can be found on every Swedish table. These sweets are usually eaten at the end of the meal, at dessert time. It is a very simple dessert to make and does not require baking.
What are chokladbollar?
Chokladboll (chokladbollar in plural) literally means &#;chocolate ball&#; in Swedish. Chokladbollar look like chocolate truffles. However, these chocolate cupcakes are different from chocolate truffles. Indeed, their texture is very particular. Less sweet and less chocolaty than chocolate truffles, chokladbollar generally consist of oat flakes, sugar, cocoa, butter and coffee.
Chokladbollar are easy to make and do not require baking. Small balls of dough the size of golf balls are formed and rolled in coconut. It is the presence of oat flakes that gives chokladbollar their surprising and soft texture.
Chokladbollar are traditionally eaten in Swedish restaurants at the end of the meal for dessert. One chocolate ball is usually served per person. Due to
Introduction
Swedish Chokladboll, also known as Chocolate Balls, is a classic Swedish dessert that has gained popularity worldwide for its simplicity and delicious taste. This recipe is a staple in many Swedish households, and its origins date back to the 19th century. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making Swedish Chokladboll, a treat that is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Quick Facts
Before we dive into the recipe, here are some quick facts about Swedish Chokladboll:
- Origin: Swedish Chokladboll originated in the 19th century as a simple, yet elegant dessert.
- Ingredients: The basic ingredients include chocolate, butter, sugar, eggs, and flour.
- Variations: There are many variations of Swedish Chokladboll, including different types of chocolate and add-ins.
- Serving: Swedish Chokladboll is typically served as a snack or dessert, often accompanied by coffee or tea.
Ingredients
To make Swedish Chokladboll, you will need the following ingredients:
- Chocolate: g (9 oz) of high-quality dark or milk chocolate
- Butter: g ( oz) of unsalted butter
- Sugar: g (7 oz) of granulated sugar
- Eggs: 2 large eggs
- Flour: g (
Chocolate balls from Sweden &#; a savoury chocolate temptation.
&#;Chokladbollar&#; in Sweden
Chokladbollar are absolute classics of the Swedish bakery. Chocolate balls are standard in most Swedish cafés and it is hard to imagine the confectioners&#; refrigerated display cases without them. These chocolate balls from Sweden are not only very delicious and savoury, but they are also very easy to prepare.
Almost every Swede has eaten or prepared chokladbollar at some time or another. For many Swedish parents it is customary to introduce children to baking and kneading the dough together, and rolling it into balls. A quick sense of achievement, and above all tasty.
Traditional Swedish food
How to NOT call chokladbollar (anymore)
How you should rather not call the chocolate ball in Sweden &#; but many Swedes do
Not so long ago, the chokladboll was still called &#;negerboll&#;, i.e. negerballs. In , a naming debate arose when a Swedish pastry chef was charged with discrimination. Generally speaking, the only name you can find in Swedish cafés today is chokladbollar. But some Swedes make jokes behind closed doors and tell each other that they are hungry for &.