Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls, where bold flavors and effortless elegance collide. These no-bake treats feature a luscious base of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, perfectly spiced with warming ground cinnamon and a hint of fiery cayenne pepper for a distinctive kick. Rolled in a delicate dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder and powdered sugar, each bite delivers a tantalizing blend of sweetness, spice, and indulgence. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep with minimal cook time, these treats are ideal for entertaining or gifting. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls bring a taste of tradition with a modern twist to your dessert table. Perfect for holiday celebrations or everyday indulgence, they’ll have friends and family craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cups sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk over low heat. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, vanilla extract, and salt until fully incorporated.
Transfer the chocolate mixture to a bowl and allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until it has firmed up enough to handle.
Once chilled, use a small cookie scoop or a teaspoon to portion out the mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball between your palms to shape it.
In a small bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Roll each chocolate ball in the mixture to coat evenly.
Place the coated chocolate balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes to set.
Serve chilled or at room temperature for a sweet, spicy treat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.3 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.7 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 587 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 487.3 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 67.0 g | 239% | |
| Total Sugars | 366.6 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 818 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 27.9 mg | 155% | |
| Potassium | 2680 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
