Swedish Chocolate Balls (Chokladbollar)
Description
Swedish for "chocolate ball," chokladbollar are the easiest wholesome snack around; Chef John packs his with oats, cocoa, coffee, and coconut oil for sustained energy.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
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1/2 cup white sugar
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3 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder
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1 pinch kosher salt
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/4 cup coconut oil, at room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
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1/2 cup unsweetened grated coconut, or as needed
Directions
1
Heat a pan over medium heat and add oats. Toss and shake until fragrant and lightly toasted, 5 to 7 minutes.
2
Combine sugar, cocoa powder, salt, cayenne, butter, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and coffee in a bowl. Add the oats and mix until thoroughly combined.
3
Portion dough into balls using a sorbet scoop. Roll balls in grated coconut and transfer to a parchment-lined baking pan. Let them firm up in the fridge for 15 to 20 minutes.