The Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream Balls are yummy and easy to make. This dessert contains four grams of fiber and 330 calories per serving. Takes one hour and 15 minutes to prepare these balls. We made this recipe with vegan chocolate ice cream, nuts, vegan chocolate cookies, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream. Making these balls is very easy because the ingredients are few and the instructions are easy. Pair this dessert with toasted coconut, chopped pistachios, vegan chocolate shavings, strawberry sauce, crushed cookies, or peanut butter sauce. Store these Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream Balls for two weeks in the freezer.
STATS:
- Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Serving size: 2 ice cream balls
- Cooking time: Nil
- Serving: 6
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Diet: Vegan
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
EQUIPMENT:
- Ice cream scoop
- Baking sheet
- Serving bowls
- Spoon
- Baking paper
- Food processor
- Shallow bowl
INGREDIENTS:
- One pint vegan chocolate ice cream
- 1 cup vegan chocolate sauce
- One cup chopped nuts
- One cup vegan whipped cream
- 1 cup crushed vegan chocolate cookies
INGREDIENT NOTES:
VEGAN CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM:
- We use this to make the creamy center of the balls. It includes a rich chocolate taste and makes the recipe vegan. You may use chocolate fudge as per your preference.
CHOPPED NUTS:
- They add a pleasant crunch and roasted taste to the dessert. Nuts work well with the chocolate and give better results. You may use chopped hazelnuts as another choice.
VEGAN CHOCOLATE COOKIES:
- These cookies form the crunchy outer coating around the ice cream. They give a delicious chocolate taste and make the dessert delicious. You may use vegan chocolate sandwich cookies as a substitute.
VEGAN CHOCOLATE SAUCE:
- It gives extra chocolate taste and makes the dessert look attractive. We use this to keep the recipe vegan and yummy. You may use vegan hot fudge sauce as an alternative.
VEGAN WHIPPED CREAM:
- This cream gives a light and creamy topping to the ice cream balls. It gives the dessert a finished and festive look. You may use coconut whipped cream as a replacement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, cover the sheet with baking paper and cool the chocolate ice cream at room temperature for a few minutes.
- Make 12 small ice cream balls with the help of an ice cream scoop.
- Put the balls on the sheet and freeze them for one hour.
- Include the crushed chocolate cookies and nuts in different bowls.
- Take the balls from the freezer and roll them in the crushed cookies, then into chopped nuts.
- Press the coating gently so they stick well to the balls, then freeze the balls for another 20 minutes.
- Now put the balls in the serving bowl and drizzle vegan chocolate sauce on top.
- Lastly, add vegan whipped cream on the balls and serve them.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRUIT:
- Strawberries
- Raspberries
- Sliced Bananas
- Blueberries
- Fresh Cherries
DESSERT TOPPINGS:
- Vegan Chocolate Shavings
- Cacao Nibs
- Toasted Coconut
- Crushed Cookies
- Chopped Pistachios
SAUCES:
- Vegan Chocolate Sauce
- Vegan Caramel Sauce
- Strawberry Sauce
- Raspberry Sauce
- Peanut Butter Sauce
DRINKS:
- Vegan Hot Chocolate
- Iced Coffee
- Cold Brew
- Vanilla Almond Latte
- Chocolate Smoothie
TIPS:
- Roll the balls quickly so they do not melt while coating and to get better results.
- Make small balls of the ice cream to coat them easily.
- Freeze the balls after coating for 20 minutes, then serve them.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Storing these balls in the refrigerator is not recommended.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the coated ice cream balls in the container for two weeks.
FAQs:
Can I exclude nuts from this recipe?
- Yes, you may exclude the chopped nuts and use extra crushed cookies for coating.
Is homemade vegan ice cream good to include in this dessert?
- Yes, you may add vegan chocolate ice cream for better results in the balls.
Can I make these balls earlier?
- Yes, you may store the balls in advance and add toppings when needed to serve.
Will I include different tastes of ice cream?
- You may add vanilla, peanut butter, or mint chocolate ice cream as per your choice.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 330 kcal
Net carbs: 40 g
Iron: 2.1 mg
Total carbs: 44 g
Vitamin A: 80 IU
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 70 mg
Protein: 5 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Potassium: 190 mg
