They’re those crunchy, malty little bites (like Whoppers or Maltesers) — light inside, coated in creamy chocolate outside. You can actually make a homemade version that tastes even better than store-bought!
Here’s how 👇
🍫 Homemade Milk Chocolate Malt Balls
Ingredients
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1 cup malted milk powder (Horlicks, Ovaltine, or Carnation brand)
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½ cup powdered sugar
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2 tbsp melted butter
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1–2 tbsp milk (as needed to bind)
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1½ cups milk chocolate chips (or melting chocolate)
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Optional: pinch of salt or vanilla extract for extra flavor
Instructions
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Make the malt filling:
In a bowl, mix malted milk powder, powdered sugar, and melted butter.
Add milk gradually until you get a thick, dough-like texture. -
Shape the balls:
Roll small teaspoon-sized balls and place them on parchment paper.
Chill in the freezer for 15–20 minutes to firm up. -
Melt the chocolate:
Melt chocolate chips (microwave in 20–30 sec bursts or use a double boiler).
Stir until smooth and glossy. -
Coat:
Drop each chilled malt ball into the melted chocolate.
Use a fork to lift it out and tap off excess chocolate.
Place back on parchment. -
Set:
Let the coated malt balls set at room temperature or refrigerate until the chocolate hardens. -
Enjoy or store:
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks (if they last that long 😉).
💡 Tips
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Use good-quality milk chocolate for the creamiest coating.
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For a crispier center, bake the malt dough balls at 250°F (120°C) for 20–25 min before coating.
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Want a twist? Try dark chocolate or white chocolate coatings.
Would you like me to give you a crunchier version (closer to real Maltesers with a honeycomb-like texture) or keep it soft and creamy inside?
