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 than other dessert recipes, but the final result is definitely worth it. These tasty balls are perfect to enjoy during the winter season, perhaps paired with a glass of hot rum. They are a unique idea to enrich your festive table.
Boil the chestnuts in salted boiling water with bay leaf; peel, shell and pass them through a sieve
Incorporate half of the finely chopped dark chocolate, sugar, rum, and softened butter
Once you have a homogeneous mixture, incorporate half of the roasted and chopped hazelnuts
From the mixture, shape balls and roll them in a mixture of chopped hazelnuts and powdered chocolate
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Store the chocolate chestnut balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a maximum of 3-4 days.
Chocolate chestnut balls are a much-appreciated traditional Christmas dessert in many Italian regions.
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| Energy (kcal) | 302.11 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 39.4 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 21.42 |
| Fat (g) | 13.72 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 4.86 |
| Protein (g) | 3.93 |
| Fiber (g) | 4.74 |
| Sale (g) | 0.01 |
