Chocolate Sand Rose

Ingredients

• 100 g Milk chocolate (or dark) (break into pieces)
• 70 g Butter (or margarine) (if using dark chocolate, increase to 100 g)
• 100 g Cornflakes (or whole‑grain cereal petals) (whole‑grain cereals preferred)
• 30 ml Milk (to thin the mixture, 2 tablespoons)
• 12 pcs Paper liners (or silicone molds) (to form rounded balls)

Instructions

1. Prepare the ingredients

   Measure the chocolate, butter, cornflakes, milk and prepare the paper liners.

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2. Melt the chocolate and butter

   Place the chocolate and butter in the bowl, melt in the microwave in 30‑second intervals, stirring between each, or using a water bath. Do not let it boil.

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3. Add the milk

   Incorporate the milk into the melted mixture and stir until a smooth consistency is achieved.

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4. Coat the cornflakes

   Pour the cornflakes into the melted chocolate and gently mix to coat them well without crushing.

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5. Distribute into the liners

   Using a spoon, place piles of the mixture into each liner, forming small balls.

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6. Refrigerate to set

   Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until the balls are firm.

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7. Unmold and serve

   Carefully remove the balls from the liners and serve immediately or keep refrigerated.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

118

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

1 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Milk chocolate (or dark): dark chocolate, white chocolate
• Instead of Butter (or margarine): margarine
• Instead of Cornflakes (or whole‑grain cereal petals): puffed rice, wheat cereals
• Instead of Milk: almond milk, water
• Instead of Paper liners (or silicone molds): parchment paper

Equipment Needed

• Heat‑proof bowl
• Microwave (or water bath) (optional)
• Silicone spatula
• Paper liners
• Refrigerator
• Measuring spoon (optional)

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Melt the chocolate without burning it
• Coat the cornflakes evenly
• Let set in the fridge for at least 1 hour

Chef Tips from the Video

• Use good‑quality chocolate for a richer flavor.
• For a fruitier version, add a few fresh red berries before refrigerating.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days

Freezer: Can be kept up to 1 month, well wrapped

Room temperature: Consume quickly, the chocolate may melt

Make-Ahead Tips

• Prepare the balls the day before and keep them refrigerated in an airtight container.
• The balls keep up to 3 days, staying crunchy if well wrapped.