Diabetic Chocolate Balls

These Diabetic Chocolate Balls offer a decadent chocolate experience without the spike in blood sugar. Made with a base of cocoa and flour, they are bound together with margarine and a liquid sugar substitute, creating a soft, truffle-like texture. The addition of chopped nuts and raisins provides a satisfying crunch and natural sweetness, enhancing the rich chocolate flavor. These treats are perfect for holiday gatherings, tea time, or a quick after-dinner indulgence. They hold their shape well when chilled and melt in your mouth, proving that diabetic-friendly desserts can still be deeply satisfying and delicious.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 20

Calories: 711.9

Dietary: Diabetic, Vegetarian

Description

These Diabetic Chocolate Balls offer a decadent chocolate experience without the spike in blood sugar. Made with a base of cocoa and flour, they are bound together with margarine and a liquid sugar substitute, creating a soft, truffle-like texture. The addition of chopped nuts and raisins provides a satisfying crunch and natural sweetness, enhancing the rich chocolate flavor. These treats are perfect for holiday gatherings, tea time, or a quick after-dinner indulgence. They hold their shape well when chilled and melt in your mouth, proving that diabetic-friendly desserts can still be deeply satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Margarine,room temp
2 tablespoon Sugar
1/3 cup Liquid sugar substitute
1 1/4 cup Flour
3 tablespoon Cocoa
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 cup Chopped nuts
2 tablespoon Raisins

Directions

1
In a medium bowl, cream together the room temperature margarine and sugar until light and fluffy.
2
Add the liquid sugar substitute to the creamed mixture and beat at medium speed for about 30 seconds to combine.
3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing at low speed for about 1 minute or until a cohesive dough forms.
5
Fold in the chopped nuts and raisins gently with a spoon or spatula until just incorporated.
6
Using a tablespoon measure, scoop out portions of the dough and roll them between your palms to form smooth balls.
7
Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
8
Refrigerate the balls for 15-20 minutes to firm up before serving.
9
Serve two balls per serving at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

Amount Per Serving
Calories 711.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.8g51%
Saturated Fat 8.5g43%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2750.4mg115%
Total Carbohydrate 99.3g34%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g29%
Sugars 33.9g
Protein 12.4g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, diabetic, sugar-free, truffles, cocoa, dessert, no-bake, low-glycemic, nuts, raisins, margarine, flour, healthy, treats, snack

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