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Delicious Cherry Balls Recipe

Total Time: 30 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 20 balls

Welcome to the world of delicious flavors! Today, I will guide you step by step in preparing savory cherry balls, a quick and simple dessert perfect for any occasion. These treats are not only a culinary indulgence but also an excellent way to use cherries, whether fresh or canned. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:
- 200 g plain biscuits
- 100 g ground nuts
- 50 g cocoa powder (sifted)
- 100 g sugar
- 200 g cherries (fresh or well-drained from compote)
- 50 g melted butter
- A pinch of salt
- Extra cocoa or ground nuts for decoration

Instructions:

1. Preparing the ingredients: Start by grinding the nuts if they are not already ground. It is important to achieve a fine texture, but not so fine that it becomes flour. You can use a food processor or a blender for this. Also, crush the biscuits in a large bowl using a rolling pin or by hand until you get small crumbs.

2. Mixing the dry ingredients: In the bowl with biscuits, add the ground nuts, sifted cocoa, and sugar. Mix the dry ingredients well with a spatula, ensuring there are no cocoa lumps.

3. Adding the wet ingredients: Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Then, gradually add it over the biscuit mixture. Next, add the cherries, cut into small cubes, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

4. Forming the balls: Fill a plate or platter with cocoa powder or ground nuts for decoration. Using wet hands, take a tablespoon of the mixture and form small balls, making sure they are compact. Place the balls on the prepared platter and roll them in cocoa or nuts to coat evenly.

5. Cooling: After forming all the balls, leave them in the fridge for 15 minutes to firm up. This step is essential for achieving the perfect texture.

Serving suggestions: These cherry balls are perfect to serve at a festive meal or as a delicious snack at any time of the day. You can accompany them with a cup of coffee or a fragrant tea. Also, for a touch of originality, try adding a bit of rum or vanilla essence to the biscuit mixture for an extra flavor boost.

Possible variations: You can experiment with different types of nuts, such as almonds or hazelnuts, and for a more exotic taste, add spices like cinnamon or cardamom. Additionally, if you want to replace the cherries, you can use canned cherries or peaches, offering a variety of flavors.

These cherry balls are not only easy to make but also a dessert that will surely impress everyone. Start your culinary adventure now and enjoy the delicious reward!