Chocolate Pine Cones Recipe - Sofia Foodie Recipes

Ingredients

• 200 g chocolate biscuits/cookies any brand, e.g., Oreos without cream or plain chocolate digestives)
• 100 ml chocolate syrup (store-bought, like Hershey's)
• 2-4 tbsp milk (add gradually; use only as needed)
• 150-200 g small chocolate cereal balls or puffs (e.g., Cocoa Puffs, or chocolate-coated cornflakes for the "scales")
• Powdered sugar (for dusting, about 2-3 tbsp)

Cooking Instructions

Place all the chocolate biscuits in a food processor or grinder jar and pulse until they form a fine powder.

Transfer the powdered biscuits to a large mixing bowl.

Add the chocolate syrup and mix well with a spoon or spatula until evenly combined.

Gradually add a very small amount of milk (start with 1 tbsp) and mix to bring the mixture together into a firm dough. Do not knead the dough-just press it together.
Add more milk only if the mixture is too dry and crumbly; the dough should be tight and not sticky.

Divide the dough into 6-8 equal portions. Take one portion and roll it between your palms into a conical shape (like a pine cone base, about 8-10 cm long).

Starting from the base, gently press the chocolate cereal balls or puffs all around the cone, overlapping them slightly to mimic pine cone scales. Continue up to the tip.

Place the shaped pine cones on a plate or tray and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes, or until firm.

Before serving, dust generously with powdered sugar to resemble snow.

Chef's Note

• You can use any brand of chocolate cookies—remove cream filling if using sandwich types like Oreos for a smoother texture.

• Be very careful with the milk: Add it 1 tsp at a time to avoid making the dough too soft. If it becomes sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up before shaping.

• The dough consistency is key—it must be tight enough to hold shape but pliable.

• If the dough softens while working, pop it back in the fridge for a few minutes.

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Enjoy your festive treat!