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Sweet balls on marble plate
Mirjana

No-Bake Chocolate Balls with Roasted Nuts, Coconut, and Dried Fruit

5 from 1 vote
These No-Bake Chocolate Balls are a simple and customizable dessert made with crushed wafers, melted chocolate, cream, and a variety of nuts and dried fruits. They require no baking, are easy to prepare, and can be stored in the freezer for a quick and delicious treat anytime. Try making them with all organic ingredients!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Eclectic
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 3.5 oz dark cooking chocolate I use Absolute Black With Cocoa Nibs
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp pure Madagascar vanilla extract
  • 9 oz Organic Vanilla Wafers I use Whole Foods Market, Organic Vanilla Wafers, 9 Ounce package, but Petit-Beurre biscuits or crackers of your choice are great too
  • 2 tbsp tbsp honey or Nutella
  • Coatings and Fillings: Ground nuts and coconut for rolling:

    • 1 cup coconut flakes

    • 1 cup roasted walnuts

    • 1 cup roasted hazelnuts

    • 1 cup roasted pistachios

    • 1 cup roasted cashews

    • 1 cup honey-roasted peanuts

  • Optional fillings: • Whole roasted nuts (set aside for center filling)

    • Chopped dried mango

    • Chopped candied ginger

    • Dried cherries

    • Other dried fruits of choice

Method
 

  1. Prepare the ingredients:
    Place the wafers in a large plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin until finely ground.
    Grind the nuts separately according to type and set them aside.
    Prepare coconut flakes and dried fruits. If using dried mango or ginger, chop them into small pieces. Soak them in warm water for 5 minutes for a softer texture, then pat dry with a paper towel.
    Ground nuts and coconut in six bowls
  2. Melt the chocolate mixture:
    In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate and butter with the cream over low heat, stirring until smooth.
    Remove from heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
    Chocolate mixture in bowl
  3. Combine the base mixture:
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted chocolate mixture with the ground wafers.
    Add powdered sugar or honey to taste.
    Stir in vanilla extract and knead the mixture with your hands until well combined.
    Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
    Mix of nuts chocolate and honey
  4. Shape and customize the chocolate balls:
    Divide the chilled mixture into six equal portions in separate bowls.
    Six bowls with chocolate cream
  5. Mix each portion with a different type of ground nut or coconut, reserving whole nuts for the centers.
    Pouring ground nuts into chocolate
  6. Take a small portion (about 2 inches in diameter), flatten it, place a whole nut or dried fruit in the center, and roll it into a ball.
  7. Roll each ball in the corresponding ground nuts or coconut to coat.
    Twenty four sweet balls
  8. Chill and enjoy:
    Place the finished chocolate balls on a tray and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for more extended storage.
    Sweet balls on an antique plate

Notes

I use 365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Vanilla Wafers, 9 Ounce package, but Petit-Beurre biscuits or crackers of your choice are great, too)
Nutrition Information (Per Serving - Approximate for 1 Ball):
• Calories: 150
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Protein: 2g
• Sugar: 7g
• Fiber: 1g