Go Back
–+ servings

Chocolate Tim Tam Balls

Rich, chocolatey no-bake Tim Tam balls made with cream cheese and coated in dark chocolate. An easy make-ahead Christmas treat that's perfect for platters and homemade gifts.
Print Recipe
My Favourite Easy Trifle in a glass serving bowl with the layers visible
Prep Time:10 minutes
Chill time:1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 x 200 g packets tim tam biscuits
  • 225 g cream cheese at room temperature
  • 400 g dark chocolate melts
  • festive sprinkles for topping

Instructions

  • Place the tim tam biscuits in a large zip-lock bag and gently crush with a rolling pin until crumbly, leaving a few small chunks for texture.
  • Beat the cream cheese until soft and smooth. Add the crushed biscuits and fold together with a wooden spoon until well combined. Don't overmix.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for 15–20 minutes to firm slightly.
  • Scoop out dessert spoon-sized portions and roll between your hands to form balls. Place onto a baking paper-lined tray and refrigerate for another hour, or until firm.
  • Melt the dark chocolate using either a bain-marie or microwave. Bain-marie: Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. Stir until smooth. Microwave: Heat in short bursts, stirring thoroughly between each one, until melted and smooth.
  • Using two forks, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate and turn until completely coated. Lift out, allow the excess chocolate to drip away, then return to the lined tray.
  • Add the festive sprinkles straight away before the chocolate sets.
  • Refrigerate until completely firm, then transfer to an airtight container and keep chilled until ready to serve.

Notes

Notes
  • Use Tim Tams or another similar chocolate-coated cream-filled biscuit.
  • Chill the balls well before dipping in chocolate.
  • Add sprinkles while the chocolate coating is still wet.
 
Variations
  • Coat with milk, dark or white chocolate.
  • Experiment with different Tim Tam flavours.
  • Decorate with coconut, chopped nuts or chocolate shavings.
 
Storage
  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1-2 weeks.
  • Keep chilled until serving.
Servings: 30 Balls
Author: Farmers Wife Homestead