Italian Chocolate Balls (Tuttu Balls)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4
Sweet and chocolatey Italian Chocolate balls (Tuttu Balls) recipe for all ages
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 pound almonds
8 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 pound unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups white sugar
1 1/2 cups shortening
6 eggs
1 can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting :
1 cup confectioners ' sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon water , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
327
Sugar
17g
Fat
17g
A famous dessert from the Italian kitchen, Italian Chocolate balls or Tuttu Balls are a delicious sweet treat packed with flavors of chocolate and almond. These little balls are perfect for a snack with tea or coffee, an after-school treat, or a delicious dessert for a family dinner party. With a touch of cinnamon and a deep cocoa flavor, these Italian chocolate balls are easy to make, tasty, and can be stored for several days in an airtight container. The balls are made by mixing dough with almonds, flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and cinnamon. After shaping the dough into small balls, it is baked in the oven and drizzled with frosting for additional sweetness. A perfect dessert for chocolate lovers!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2.Grind almonds in a food processor or blender until finely ground.
3.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
4.In another bowl, cream sugar, shortening, eggs, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until light and creamy.
5.Add ground almonds to sugar mixture and mix well.
6.Gradually stir in flour mixture until a dough forms.
7.Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets.
8.Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until set.
9.Allow to cool on baking sheets for a couple of minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
10.For frosting, mix confectioners' sugar, almond extract, and enough water to reach desired consistency.
11.Drizzle frosting over cooled Tuttu balls
12.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Italian Chocolate Balls are a great dessert option for chocolate lovers.
Easy-to-make, tasty and can be stored for a longer period.

Kids and adults both can enjoy.

The recipe can be modified and adjusted as per your choice.

CONS

The recipe requires a large amount of all-purpose flour, sugar, and shortening which can be a concern for health-conscious people.

The sweetness of the recipe might not feel enough for people with an intense sweet tooth.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds contain high levels of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and vitamin E. They are also a good source of antioxidants that can help protect the body’s cells from oxidative stress.
The cocoa powder used in the recipe is rich in flavonoids, which are natural compounds that have been linked to various health benefits, including improved heart health, reduced inflammation, and improved brain function.

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