Rich Chocolatey Mud Balls (Print Version)

Sweet chocolatey balls with a fudgy texture, rolled in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1 cup finely chopped walnuts (optional)
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 1 cup powdered sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Coating

09 - 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, walnuts if using, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and salt until well blended.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until uniform.
03 - Incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick, even dough develops.
04 - Refrigerate the dough for 20 to 30 minutes until firm enough for shaping.
05 - Portion tablespoon-sized amounts and roll them between palms to form smooth balls.
06 - Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar to ensure full coverage.
07 - Arrange coated balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 10 minutes to set.
08 - Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No oven required, which means you can make them on the hottest days without heating up your kitchen.
  • They come together in under 20 minutes of actual work, making them perfect for last-minute gatherings.
  • The texture is impossibly fudgy and rich while tasting surprisingly light, like chocolate melting on your tongue.
02 -
  • Don't skip the final chill step—rushing this makes the balls fragile and they can fall apart when you move them.
  • If your dough feels too soft after chilling, pop it back in the fridge for another 10 minutes rather than fighting with sticky dough.
  • The coating powder sugar will sink slightly into the balls over time, so apply it generously if you want that snowy appearance to last.
03 -
  • If walnuts aren't your thing, don't force it—these are equally delicious nut-free, just omit them and add extra graham cracker crumbs so the texture stays right.
  • Melting your butter ahead of time and letting it cool slightly prevents the condensed milk from cooking when they combine, keeping the texture silky smooth.
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