How to make cocoa balls from the Dominican Republic! 🇩🇴

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream provides creaminess with fewer calories.

chocolate sprinkles

🥗Healthier: cocoa nibs

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Cocoa nibs offer a healthier crunch, while shredded coconut is often cheaper.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds are a healthier nut option, while pecans can be less expensive.

Grate 1 tablespoon of cocoa from a ball.

Add grated cocoa to a glass for a richer flavor.

Pour hot milk into the glass with cocoa and mix.

Put the mixture in a saucepan on the fire and bring to a boil, but do not boil.

Optionally, add condensed milk, nutmeg, coconut milk, almonds, or vanilla sugar to the mixture.

Consider using cream instead of milk for a thicker drink.

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