Name: Swedish Chocolate Ball Deluxe – Delicato Ball Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients: 160 g Quick Oats (5.6 oz); 90 g Icing sugar (3.1 oz); 3 tbsp Cocoa powder; Desiccated coconut (unsweetened) – quantity as needed for coating; 4 tbsp Coffee brewed or espresso; 50 g Butter (1.8 oz), soft at room temperature; 100 g Coconut oil (3.5 oz), room temperature but not melted; 1 tbsp Vanilla extract; 150 g Dark chocolate (5.3 oz) for melting and dipping

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Introduction

Swedish Chocolate Ball Deluxe, also known as Delicato Ball, is a rich and indulgent treat that combines coffee, cocoa, and coconut flavors in a bite-sized delight. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings with a Scandinavian twist.

A white bowl with blue patterns is filled with round chocolate balls covered in white shredded coconut, some spilling onto a white marbled surface. One chocolate ball at the top is bitten into, showing a dense, rich, dark brown inside with a smooth texture. The coconut flakes layer on the outside creates a rough, snow-like surface around each ball. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

160 g Quick Oats (5.6 oz)
4 tbsp Coffee brewed or espresso

50 g Butter (1.8 oz), soft at room temperature
100 g Coconut oil (3.5 oz), room temperature but not melted

90 g Icing sugar (3.1 oz)
1 tbsp Vanilla extract

3 tbsp Cocoa powder
150 g Dark chocolate (5.3 oz)
Desiccated coconut, unsweetened

Instructions

Step 1: Place the quick oats in a food processor or blender and grind until they become a fine powder.
Step 2: Add the brewed coffee or espresso to the oat powder and blend again. It does not matter if the coffee is hot.
Step 3: Using an electric hand mixer, whisk together the coconut oil, butter, and icing sugar until the mixture is white and fluffy.

Step 4: Quickly whisk in the coffee-oat mixture and vanilla extract until combined.
Step 5: Add the cocoa powder to the bowl and mix thoroughly into the batter.
Step 6: Transfer the mixture into a piping bag and pipe small chocolate balls onto a baking sheet lined tray suitable for the freezer.

Step 7: Place the tray in the freezer and leave the chocolate balls to set for about 30 minutes.
Step 8: While the balls freeze, finely chop the dark chocolate and melt it gently using a bain-marie (a heatproof bowl over simmering water).
Step 9: Put the desiccated coconut into a clean bowl for coating.

Step 10: Remove the chocolate balls from the freezer.
Step 11: Wearing disposable gloves, dip one ball at a time into the melted chocolate. Roll the ball between your hands to coat evenly—do not soak the balls in chocolate, just coat them lightly.
Step 12: Immediately place each ball into the bowl with desiccated coconut and turn it around with a spoon until fully covered. Having a helper at this step can make the process less messy.

Step 13: Store the finished Delicato balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Allow them to come to room temperature before enjoying.

Tips & Variations

For a stronger coffee flavor, use freshly brewed espresso instead of regular coffee.
Try rolling the balls in crushed nuts or sprinkles for a different texture and appearance.

Use vegan butter and ensure the chocolate is dairy-free to make this recipe vegan-friendly.

Storage

Keep the Swedish chocolate balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Before serving, allow them to sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes to soften slightly. They can also be frozen for up to a month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows several round chocolate balls covered with shredded white coconut flakes, placed on a wooden surface with extra coconut flakes scattered around. One chocolate ball in the front has a bite taken out of it, revealing a dense, dark brown interior with a moist texture. The coconut flakes on the outside are thick and unevenly layered, creating a snowy effect that contrasts with the rich chocolate inside. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular coffee instead of espresso?

Yes, regular brewed coffee works fine, though espresso gives a bolder coffee flavor that complements the chocolate better.

Do I have to use a piping bag?

No, you can also shape the mixture into balls using your hands, but a piping bag helps create evenly sized pieces quickly.