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Chocolate truffles / Chokladbollar



I've got a rehearsal tonight and one of the other cast members had asked me to bring any left over brownies to it from the school Halloween party. The brownies are long gone so I thought I'd make one of my other easy favourites. I always end up making at least a double batch of these as well as my husband and I can't help but pig out on them.

It's another very popular treat in Sweden and the only reason you wouldn't find it in a bakery is because they've sold out. I have over the years adapted it and created some really tasty non-child friendly truffles by adding different liquors. Today's batch has some Tamnavulin whisky in it but I've found brandy to be a safe bet, and Grand Marnier gives it a delicious citrus kick. Personally I can not stand Amaretto but I could imagine that would be popular with some, so feel free to experiment! I tend to use an electric whisk or blender to make the mixture as smooth as possible, but you can mix it with your hands and give the balls texture - lots of fun for kids to get stuck into if you're skipping the booze. You can opt out or add less of the coffee, especially if it's for kids, but personally I think it's essential to give it it's rich and moorish flavour.


Ingredients
  • 100 g soft butter (room temp.)
  • 300 ml oats
  • 100 ml sugar
  • 2-3 tbs cold, strong coffee
  • 1 tsp vanilla sugar/extract
  • 3-4 tbs cocoa (I always go for more but it's down to taste)
  • 1-2 tbs liquor of choice (optional)
  • Desiccated coconut (for rolling in)

Method
  1. Mix all the ingredients well.
  2. Roll into balls.
  3. Roll the balls in desiccated coconut till covered.
  4. Try not to eat them as you roll.
  5. Leave in fridge to set a little before enjoying the rest.
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