Swedish No-Bake Dessert (Chokladbollar)
7 servings
30 minutes
Chokladbollar is an iconic Swedish no-bake dessert that embodies the coziness and simplicity of Scandinavian cuisine. These chocolate balls coated in coconut flakes offer a rich cocoa flavor, the softness of oats, and a hint of coffee bitterness. It is believed that Chokladbollar originated in the early 20th century as a simple and accessible way to treat oneself to something sweet. They are often made at home and sold in cafes throughout Sweden. Perfect for tea time or quick snacks, especially on cold days. The dessert requires no baking and takes just minutes to prepare, making it a favorite treat for both adults and children.
1
Wait for the oil to reach room temperature.
2
Beat the butter with sugar using a mixer (or mix well by hand).
- Butter: 150 g
- Sugar: 2 glasss
3
Add vanilla sugar and cocoa, mix.
- Vanilla sugar: 1.5 tablespoon
- Cocoa powder: 4.5 tablespoons
4
Add the previously blended oatmeal to the mixture. Also, add coffee (if using instant, dissolve 2-3 teaspoons of coffee in 2 tablespoons of hot water). Mix.
- Quick-cooking oat flakes: 3.5 glasss
- Strong (dark) coffee: 3 tablespoons
5
Roll balls from the mixture (take one heaping tablespoon for one ball) and coat them in coconut flakes. Chill before serving.
- Desiccated coconut: 1 glass
