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Dubai Chocolate Balls

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Decadent bite‑sized chocolate truffles flavored with date syrup and coated in chopped nuts—rich, indulgent, and perfect for gifting or snacking.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 balls

Ingredients

1 cup pitted dates, soaked in warm water for 10 minutes and drained

1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate

2 Tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature

2 Tbsp date syrup or honey

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

½ cup chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, or walnuts)

Instructions

In a food processor, combine soaked dates, chocolate, butter, date syrup, vanilla, and salt. Process until smooth, thick, and well‑blended.

Scoop tablespoon‑sized portions of the mixture and roll into balls between your palms.

Roll each ball in the chopped nuts until evenly coated.

Place on a parchment‑lined tray and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.

Serve chilled or at room temperature; store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ chilling)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked