These homemade Rocher Balls offer a delightful twist on the classic Ferrero Rocher chocolates. Combining crushed butter cookies, cocoa, and mascarpone, each ball encases a heart of creamy Nutella. Finished with a rich chocolate glaze and sprinkled with chopped hazelnuts, these treats are a perfect blend of textures and flavors.
Why You’ll Love This
If you’re a fan of rich, chocolatey treats, these Rocher Balls will be a delight. The crispy texture of the cookies combined with the smoothness of Nutella creates a satisfying experience. They’re not only a joy to make but also to eat, making them perfect for sharing at any gathering or gifting during the festive season.
Perfect Occasion
Ideal for celebrations, holiday treats, or as a special gift, these Rocher Balls are versatile. Serve them at parties, family gatherings, or package them beautifully for a thoughtful homemade gift.
Decoration Tips
Drizzle them with white chocolate for a striking contrast or dust with cocoa powder for a sophisticated touch. Presenting them in mini cupcake liners adds elegance and makes them easy to serve at events.
Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the balls:
- 150g butter cookies, crushed
- 30g cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts
- 70ml milk
- Nutella, for filling
- For the coating:
- 200g cake glaze (chocolate)
- 3 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts
Instructions:
- Mix Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, blend the crushed cookies, cocoa powder, mascarpone, and chopped hazelnuts. Gradually add milk to achieve a moldable consistency.
- Form the Balls:
- Flatten a small portion of the mixture, add a dollop of Nutella to the center, then enclose it with the mixture and roll into a ball.
- Coat the Balls:
- Melt the chocolate glaze as directed. Dip each ball to coat thoroughly, then sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts while still wet.
- Chill to Set:
- Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.
- Serve:
- Enjoy these delicious treats with family and friends or present them as a gift.
Indulge in these homemade Rocher Balls, a delectable treat that combines the crunch of hazelnuts with the richness of Nutella, all wrapped in a silky chocolate coating.
