Nutella-Filled Mascarpone Dessert Balls

Nutella-Filled Mascarpone Dessert Balls

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Nutella-Filled Mascarpone Dessert Balls

Ingredients

    • Nutella: 150g (5.3oz), placed in a piping bag
    • Instant Coffee: 5g (1.5 tbsp)
    • Boiling Water: 60ml (1/4 cup)
    • Savoiardi Cookies (Ladyfingers): 200g (7oz), ground into fine crumbs
    • Powdered Sugar: 60g (2.1oz)
    • Mascarpone Cheese: 250g (8.8oz)
    • Peanuts: 200g (7oz), crushed

Directions

    • Step 1: Cover a board or plate with cling film. Pipe Nutella onto the cling film and place in the freezer for 30 minutes.
    • Step 2: Dissolve 5g instant coffee in 60ml boiling water.
    • Step 3: Grind 200g savoiardi cookies into fine crumbs.
    • Step 4: In a bowl, combine 250g mascarpone cheese and 60g powdered sugar. Stir until smooth.
    • Step 5: Form small balls from the mascarpone mixture. Remove the Nutella from the freezer and fill each ball with a frozen Nutella core.
    • Step 6: Roll the dessert balls in crushed peanuts, pressing firmly so they stick.
  • Step 7: Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

    • Serve with a drizzle of melted chocolate or alongside a cup of coffee.
    • These dessert balls are perfect as a sweet snack for parties or gatherings.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure the Nutella is frozen before filling the balls to keep it from melting too quickly.
  • You can swap the peanuts with other nuts or even chocolate sprinkles for different flavors.

Nutritional Benefits

    • Peanuts: Provide healthy fats and protein.
  • Mascarpone Cheese: Adds richness and calcium.

Dietary Information

    • Contains: Dairy, nuts, gluten
    • Vegetarian: Yes

Nutritional Facts (per serving, based on 12 servings)

    • Calories: 250 kcal
    • Protein: 5g
    • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Sugar: 15g

Storage

    • Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: You can freeze the dessert balls for up to 1 month. Thaw before serving.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • Quick & Easy: Requires minimal effort and no baking!
    • Rich & Creamy: The mascarpone and Nutella combination is heavenly.
  • Crunchy: Crushed peanuts add a delightful texture contrast.
  • Great for Sharing: Perfect for parties, holidays, or as a special treat for yourself.

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