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Dubai Chocolate Balls

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  • Author: Amilia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 20 balls 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Dubai Chocolate Balls are rich, no-bake treats made with crushed biscuits, cocoa, condensed milk, and coconut, popular in Middle Eastern households for quick desserts and festive occasions.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed digestive biscuits
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup desiccated coconut (plus extra for rolling)
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine crushed biscuits and cocoa powder.
  2. Add sweetened condensed milk, desiccated coconut, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. If using, fold in chopped nuts.
  4. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls.
  5. Roll each ball in extra desiccated coconut to coat.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • You can use graham crackers instead of digestive biscuits.
  • Add a tablespoon of coffee for a mocha flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg