Homemade candies

To prepare these delicious cake balls, we start by carefully crumbling the slices of cake. It is important to ensure that they are well dried to achieve an optimal texture. Using a fork or a food processor, we transform the cake slices into small crumbs, which will facilitate mixing with the other ingredients.

In a large bowl, we add the cake crumbs and combine them with ground nuts. The nuts will not only add a rich flavor but will also provide a crunchy texture, perfect for contrasting with the other ingredients. We continue by pouring in the milk, which will help bind the mixture. The milk adds moisture, and the amount can be adjusted according to the desired consistency.

The next step is to add cinnamon, a spice that will provide a warm and comforting aroma to our preparation, and vanilla sugar, which will enhance the sweetness and flavor. We mix all the ingredients well with a spatula or by hand, ensuring that each ingredient is well integrated into the mixture.

Once we have obtained a homogeneous paste, we start forming the balls. It is recommended to use damp hands to prevent the mixture from sticking. We take a portion of the mixture and roll it between our palms, forming a ball of the desired size. We continue the process until we finish the entire mixture.

After we have formed all the balls, the final step follows: rolling them in coconut. We can use both white and yellow coconut for a more varied appearance. This step will not only add an attractive visual element but will also provide a tropical flavor to the preparation.

Once all the balls are evenly coated, we can place them on a platter. It is recommended to let them chill in the refrigerator for a few hours so that they firm up and the flavors meld. These balls are perfect for serving as a dessert on a special occasion or simply as a delicious snack at any time of the day. Enjoy them with pleasure!

 Ingredients: * 8 slices of cocoa cake (preferably drier) * a generous handful of walnuts * 1 teaspoon of cinnamon * 1 packet of vanilla sugar * 50 grams of coconut * 50 grams of coconut (for rolling) * one cup of milk

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