Swedish Chocolate Balls (Chokladbollar)

Here’s a classic Swedish treat that even kids can make.  Chokladbollar (Swedish Chocolate Balls) are delectable no-bake chocolate balls rolled in coconut — perfect for dessert or afternoon snack! 

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If there is a poll on what each kid in Sweden has tried making at home, Chokladbollar will win hands down — not even kanelbullar comes close.

That’s because these no-bake chocolate balls are so easy to make; even kids love making them.

These days, every coffee shop, bageri (bakery), or supermarket in Stockholm would have these treats — the only difference is the size.  

Now you can also try making them at home!

Ingredients

• Oats – you should use rolled oats, not the instant variety. 

• Sugar – caster sugar is what you should use because of its texture.  

However, if you have the normal granulated sugar, do a quick pulse in your blender or food processor, and you’re good to go. 

• Desiccated coconut – the ones I used in this recipe is unsweetened.

If you are using the sweetened ones, remember to adjust the amount of sugar to avoid making the chocolate coconut balls overly sweet.

Instructions

Start by using a medium to a large mixing bowl; add the oats to it (photo 1).

Followed by sugar and sifted cocoa powder (photo 2).

Lastly, add the softened butter (photo 3).

Mix everything until evenly combined (photo 4).

Start forming the mixture into balls by scooping no more than a tablespoon of it and rolling it into your palm (photo 5).

Roll each into the desiccated coconut, making sure that all sides are covered (photo 6).

Place the chokladbollar in the refrigerator for at least fifteen minutes to chill.

Serve. 

Tips & FAQs

• Do not skip the sifting of cocoa powder.  It helps in combining the mixture evenly because there will be no lumps.

• If the mixture is too wet after combining everything, place the bowl in the refrigerator for at least fifteen minutes, then start forming the chocolate oat balls.  

• If the desiccated coconut you have is sweetened, adjust the sugar amount in the mixture.

• How long can I keep these in the fridge? 

I only keep mine for a month, although I have some friends who keep theirs up to two months.  Just make sure you keep them in a tight container or Ziplock bag.

NOTE:  This post was initially published in February 2017.  New images, as well as more recipe details and a video, have now been added.