Chocolate chestnut balls are delicious treats that combine the softness of chestnuts with the intense flavor of dark chocolate. Their preparation requires a few more steps compared to other dessert recipes, but the final result is definitely worth it. These tasty balls are perfect to enjoy during the winter season, perhaps accompanied by a glass of warm rum. They are an original idea to enrich your holiday table.
Boil the chestnuts in salted water with bay leaf; peel them and pass them through a sieve
Incorporate half of the finely chopped dark chocolate, sugar, rum, and softened butter
Once a homogeneous mixture is obtained, incorporate half of the toasted and chopped hazelnuts
Shape the mixture into balls and roll them in a mix of chopped hazelnuts and powdered chocolate
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Store the chocolate chestnut balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Chocolate chestnut balls are a traditional Christmas dessert highly appreciated in many Italian regions.
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| Energy (kcal) | 302.17 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 39.42 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 21.47 |
| Fat (g) | 13.71 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 4.84 |
| Protein (g) | 3.92 |
| Fiber (g) | 4.79 |
| Sale (g) | 0.01 |
