Austrian Chocolate Balls
Serviettenknödel (ˌsɛr.vi.ˈɛt.ɛn ˈknø:dɘl) is a type of knoedel (more specifically a type of semmelknödel), a bread dumpling which plays an integral role in the culinary traditions of austria.
Recipe Summary Austrian Chocolate Balls
Delicate dark chocolate balls topped with a rich dark chocolate glaze.Ingredients | Austrian Knödel Recipe2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate⅓ cup butter1 cup white sugar1 egg1 egg yolk½ teaspoon almond extract1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour½ cup finely chopped walnuts1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate1 tablespoon butter¼ teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup confectioners' sugar3 tablespoons milkDirectionsIn a small saucepan over low heat, melt 2 squares of chocolate with 1/3 cup of butter. Stir frequently until melted; remove from heat, and set aside to cool. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).In a medium bowl, mix sugar, egg, egg yolk, and almond extract until light and fluffy. Stir in the melted chocolate. Combine flour and walnuts, and stir into the batter until just combined. Shape dough into 3/4 inch balls, and place them 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets. If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate for 30 minutes before forming balls.Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 12 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Transfer to wire racks immediately, and set aside to cool.In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1 square of chocolate and 1 tablespoon butter together, stirring frequently until smooth. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla and confectioners' sugar until well blended. Beat in the milk one tablespoon at a time until the glaze is of the desired consistency. Dip the tops of the cookies into the glaze, and allow to dry completely before storing in an airtight container.Info | Austrian Knödel Recipeprep:
15 mins
cook:
10 mins
additional:
20 mins
total:
45 mins
Servings:
42
Yield:
3 dozen
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