Colombian Snowballs

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 5

Colombian Snowballs recipe for a cool and refreshing summer treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

240 min

Ready In

255 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 cups vanilla ice cream
	4 tablespoons ground coffee
	2 tablespoons cocoa powder
	1 cup shredded coconut flakes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

9-10

Calories

268

Sugar

23g

Fat

18g

Colombian snowballs are a popular dessert in Colombia, designed to be a fun treat for kids and adults alike. They are also known as ‘Cocosettes’ due to the use of coconut flakes. These snowballs are a perfect dessert for summer, and they can be made quickly and easily with just a few ingredients. The ice cream is rolled in cocoa-coffee powder before being coated with coconut flakes, giving it a unique and delicious flavor. These Colombian Snowballs are a perfect way to beat the summer heat and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.	Take out the ice cream from the freezer and leave it for 5-10 minutes to soften.
2.	In a bowl, mix the ground coffee and cocoa powder together.
3.	Take 1 tbsp of the coffee-cocoa powder mixture and sprinkle it on a plate.
4.	Roll the ice cream into 9-10 small balls.
5.	Roll each ice cream ball on the plate with the cocoa powder-coffee mixture to coat them well.
6.	Spread the coconut flakes on another plate and then roll the coated ice cream balls over the coconut flakes to cover them properly.
7.	Once done, place the snowballs on a parchment-lined tray and freeze them for 3-4 hours or until they are firm.
8.	Serve the Colombian snowballs chilled and enjoy!

PROS

These Colombian snowballs are a fun, easy, and cool dessert perfect for hot summer days.
The combination of coffee, cocoa, and coconut flakes makes for a delicious and unique flavor that everyone will love.

CONS

This recipe calls for vanilla ice cream, which contains a high amount of sugar and fat.
As with all desserts, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Additionally, the preparation of the snowballs can be a bit messy and time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest dessert option, there are still some positive health benefits. Coconut flakes contain healthy fats that have been associated with reducing inflammation and improving brain function. Additionally, dark chocolate has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and improving cognitive function.