Havregrynskugler (Oatmeal Balls)
With just a few ingredients, these oatmeal balls are quick and easy to make. Optionally coating with cocoa powder or coconut elevates this sweet treat and make them look fancy plus allows for variation, perfect for any social gathering.
*Note: Calories and cost is estimated, if provided.
Equipment & Tools
- Stand Mixer with paddle attachment or large mixing bowl
- ½ Tbsp Cookie Scoop (25mm, optional)
- Storage Container(s)
Ingredients
- 3½ cups Instant oats
- 2 sticks Unsalted butter , softened
- ½ tsp Fine sea salt (omit if using salted butter)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 6 Tbsp Cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp Heavy cream
- 1½ tsp Rum extract or vanilla extract
- 1½ tsp Almond extract
COATING (Optional)
- Shredded coconut , sweetened or unsweetened
- Cocoa Powder , regular or dutch-processed
Instructions
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or large mixing bowl, combine 3½ cups Instant oats, 2 sticks Unsalted butter, softened, ½ tsp Fine sea salt, 1 cup Granulated Sugar, 6 Tbsp Cocoa powder, 2 Tbsp Heavy cream, 1½ tsp Rum extract, and 1½ tsp Almond extract, mix thoroughly until evenly combined.Note: Test the texture of the dough to make sure it is the right consistency to be able to be rolled into balls. If it is too dry/crumbly, add a bit more heavy cream. If too moist, add a bit more oatmeal.
- Cover the dough and place into the fridge for 20 - 30 minutes.
- Remove from the fridge and using a cookie scoop or your hands, take a small amount of dough then shape/roll into small balls.
- Optionally, roll the balls into Shredded coconut, Cocoa Powder, or any other topping you wish.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Storage
- Keep the oatmeal balls in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. For longer storage, store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Variations
- Coconut: Using sweetened or unsweetened shredded coconut, roll the oatmeal balls in the coconut until fully covered. It is easiest to take some coconut in your hand then place the ball on top and slightly squeeze the coconut and oatmeal ball while moving it around in my hand to help push the coconut into the ball to get it to adhere better. Cocoa Powder: Place some cocoa powder in a small bowl then roll the oatmeal balls in the powder until fully covered. Brush off any excess powder. To help remove excess powder, take the ball in your hands and roll it together like you did when you initially formed the balls. Note: Leaving excess powder on can sometimes make the person eating it cough if they inhale some of the extra powder before eating it.