Best 8 Chocolate Cranberry Nut Balls Recipes

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Are you in search of a delectable and nutritious treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings? Look no further than our guide to creating the perfect chocolate cranberry nut balls. These energy-packed treats are not only a delight to the taste buds, but they're also packed with wholesome ingredients that provide essential nutrients. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind creating these delectable balls of chocolatey goodness, blended with the tartness of cranberries and the crunchy texture of nuts.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE-CRANBERRY TREATS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 36 to 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup honey
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, at room temperature
1 large egg, at room temperature
3 cups crispy brown rice cereal, such as Nature's Path Crispy Rice
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped
One 4-ounce chocolate bar, finely grated

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Set aside.
  • Whisk the honey, vanilla, butter and egg together in a 5-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the rice cereal, cranberries and almonds until combined. Let the mixture cool for 45 minutes.
  • Place the grated chocolate in a small bowl.
  • Firmly press the rice mixture together into 36 balls, each about 1-inch in diameter, using slightly damp hands. Roll the cookies in the chocolate until coated and place on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 1 hour until firm.

CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY NUT BALLS



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I'm gravitating towards the Paleo Diet so I created this high-protein and energy snack recipe out of a desire to eliminate those expensive and so-called nutritious protein bars. I don't want all of the processed carbs that are hidden in them because, quite honestly, they aren't that healthy. These are really tasty and my whole family loves them. I recommend making them fairly small and bite-sized, as they can crumble a little as you're biting into them. Freezing or refrigerating them keeps the messiness down, but they won't spoil if left at room temperature. I eat 4 or 5 with a big glass of water and feel full!

Provided by chefboy1969

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Fruit

Time 8h33m

Yield 120

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces whole grain teff
4 ounces shredded coconut
2 ounces chia seeds
2 ounces milled flax seed
1 pound raw walnuts
12 ounces raw almonds
12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
8 ounces chopped dates
5 ounces dried cranberries
4 ounces roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 (16 ounce) jar natural peanut butter, melted
6 ounces honey

Steps:

  • Place teff in a large skillet over medium heat and toast until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in coconut, chia seeds, and milled flax seed.
  • Chop walnuts, almonds, chocolate chips, dates, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds in a food processor, in batches if necessary, until finely chopped and the consistency of coarse breadcrumbs. Add nut mixture to teff mixture and mix thoroughly. Pour peanut butter and honey over nut and teff mixture; mix until evenly distributed.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll the teff mixture into bite-size balls and arrange on baking sheets. Wrap sheets well with plastic wrap. Freeze until balls are firm, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 12.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

CHOCOLATE NUT BALLS



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Here's an easy no-bake treat from Murlin Moore of Chaffee, Missouri. "I make these for my family and have also taken them to church socials. People often ask for the recipe," relates Murlin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups chopped pecans
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in sugar. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY RUM BALLS



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Have a photocopy of a page from a cookbook, unfortunately not sure where it came from. This is what the recipe description says: "These say Merry Christmas through and through - a special treat made just for you!" These rum balls made a great gift to family last Christmas, they are definitively worth sharing (plan to do it every year). As with most, these rum balls are best if let mellow for a few days, otherwise the rum flavor is overpowering.

Provided by Happy Hobbit

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 50 rum balls

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dark rum (navy)
2 1/2 cups vanilla wafers, finely crushed (about 70 wafers)
1 1/2 cups ground pecans, toasted
1/3 cup powdered sugar (confectioners)
1/3 cup margarine, melted (or butter)
14 white chocolate baking squares, chopped (1 oz each)
chocolate sprinkles (optional)

Steps:

  • Measure cranberries into small bowl. Add rum. Stir well. Let stand for 1 hour.
  • Combine next 4 ingredients in large bowl. Add cranberry mixture. Mix well. Shape into balls, using 1 tbsp for each. Place on waxed paper lined baking sheet. Let stand for about 1 hour until firm.
  • Heat white chocolate in small saucepan on lowest heat, stirring often, until almost melted. Do not overheat. Remove from heat. Stir until smooth. Place 1 ball on top of fork. Dip into chocolate until completely coated, allowing excess to drip back into pan. Place on same waxed paper lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining balls and chocolate.
  • Sprinkle balls with chocolate sprinkles before white chocolate sets. Chill for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.6, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 21.4, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5.7, Protein 0.8

CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY NUT YOGURT DIP



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Great appetizer for the holidays; can be served with sliced apples, pears, pretzels, or a variety of other things. Goes great with pancakes and French toast.

Provided by Breanna Bourke

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Fruit Dip

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups fat-free Greek yogurt
¾ cup coarsely ground pecans
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup chocolate chips
1 cup fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Mix Greek yogurt, pecans, and nutmeg together in a bowl.
  • Pulse chocolate chips in a food processor or blender to grind into a coarse powder; stir into the yogurt mixture.
  • Chop cranberries in the food processor or blender; stir into the yogurt mixture.
  • Refrigerate yogurt mixture until flavors combine, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 7.4 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHOCOLATE-CRANBERRY ENERGY BARS



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A tasty snack that is easy on the stomach and has a good balance of ingredients to provide energy during athletic activities, training, or events.

Provided by BoKristensen

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup raw almonds
½ cup walnuts
½ cup pitted dates
½ cup dried cranberries
⅛ cup shredded coconut
3 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Pulse almonds and walnuts together in the bowl of a food processor until chopped. Add dates and cranberries, a little at a time, and continue to chop. Add coconut, cocoa, and vanilla extract. Process to desired consistency.
  • Roll dough into a 2-inch wide log and cut into ten 3/4-inch thick pucks. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

CHOCOLATE NUT BALLS



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these tasty little balls are no bake, just melt, chill and roll...time for chilling is included in prep time.

Provided by _Pixie_

Categories     Fruit

Time 2h15m

Yield 24 balls

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips (REAL chocolate please)
1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, brazil nuts, pick your favourite)
3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon salt
chocolate sprinkles or finely grated chocolate, if preferred

Steps:

  • In the top of a double boiler over hot (but not boiling) water, melt the chocolate chips.
  • Stir in nuts, condensed milk, vanilla and salt.
  • Mix well.
  • Cool the mixture until until you can work with it comfortably. If it is too soft, chill it in the refrigerator until it is workable. The temperature in your kitchen and the type of nut (and fineness of chopping) used can influence how much it needs to chill before being workable.
  • Butter hands and roll mixture into 1 inch balls.
  • Roll the balls in the chocolate sprinkles (or grated chocolate) and refrigerate.

CRANBERRY NUT BARS



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My husband's aunt sent us these bars one Christmas. The fresh cranberry flavor was such a nice change from the usual cookies. I had to have the recipe, and she was gracious enough to provide it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in cranberries and walnuts., Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will result in the best-tasting energy balls.
  • Don't overmix the ingredients. Overmixing can make the energy balls tough.
  • Chill the energy balls before rolling them. This will help them hold their shape.
  • Be creative with your toppings. You can use anything from chopped nuts to dried fruit to chocolate chips.
  • Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Chocolate Cranberry Nut Balls are a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make snack. They're perfect for on-the-go breakfasts, lunches, or snacks. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth and give you a boost of energy. So next time you're looking for a healthy snack, give Chocolate Cranberry Nut Balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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