Austrian Chocolate Balls Recipe

Ingredients for Austrian Chocolate Balls

How to Make Austrian Chocolate Balls

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt together the 8 ounces of chocolate and 1/2 cup of margarine over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, whole egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually stir in the flour and nuts until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
5. Roll the dough into 3/4-inch balls.
6. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
8. While the balls are baking, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, melt 1 ounce of chocolate and 1 tablespoon of margarine over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of heavy cream until smooth.
9. Once the chocolate balls have cooled slightly, dip each ball into the glaze, ensuring they are fully coated.
10. Place the glazed balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and allow them to dry completely.
11. Once the glaze has set, store the Austrian Chocolate Balls in an airtight container lined with waxed paper between layers.