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Chocolate Balls

Mouthwatering Chocolate Balls: Easy Recipe with a Twist

Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Balls that blend kataifi and pistachio for a perfect dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kataifi Base
  • 7 ounces Kataifi Pastry Substitute with finely chopped toasted phyllo for a similar texture.
  • ⅓ cup Butter Opt for unsalted butter for better flavor control.
For the Pistachio Filling
  • 5.3 ounces White Chocolate Dark chocolate may be used for a richer taste.
  • 5.3 ounces Natural Pistachio Butter Choose high-quality pistachios.
  • 1 pinch Salt Using flaky sea salt can enhance flavor.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Neutral Vegetable Oil Optional for adjusting filling consistency.
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 14.1 ounces Dark Chocolate Use chocolate with 55-65% cocoa content.
  • 3 tablespoons Chopped Pistachios Toasted for added flavor and decoration.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Separate kataifi strands and coat with melted butter. Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  3. Melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, then mix in pistachio butter and salt.
  4. Chop the cooled kataifi into small pieces and fold into pistachio mixture.
  5. Form walnut-sized balls from the mixture and chill for 30 minutes.
  6. Melt dark chocolate and coat each chilled ball, sprinkling with chopped pistachios.
  7. Let the coated balls set at room temperature for 15 minutes before storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store chocolate balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week; refrigerate to maintain freshness.

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