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Tasty Soji Balls

I know some may think I am crazy or whatever else. However, I am probably the only blogger that has Diwali treats made in small quantities, like these Tasty Soji Balls.

Trust me even though I make small quantities I have enough to share with my friends and family.

Tasty Soji Balls

Soji Balls on a white cake stand with flowers at right back

My immediate family will only indulge in everything I make once, when it’s fresh and that will be it.

So for me small quantities work best. However, if you wish you can always double the recipe.

What is Soji Balls?

These are little truffle like treats made with Semolina, coconut, butter, condensed milk, powdered milk, elachie, nutmeg and sesame seeds.

This is also one of treats where you can really play around with quantities to get the right flavor and consistency.

There are no hard and fast rules, it’s all about your personal preference.

How to make Soji Balls

Soji Balls is a very simple treat to make. The Semolina is fried together with the coconut and butter.

The other ingredients are then added to it and you divide the mixture and roll them into balls. 

You can roll them in more coconut if you wish.

Condensed Milk

I used only condensed milk to add sweetness to the Soji Balls. There wasn’t a need for the addition of sugar as it was sweet enough.

The condensed milk is what binds the mixture together so you may need to add a little more than I suggest if you feel the mixture is too dry.

However, do not add too much extra condensed milk as it will be overly sweet. I think when stuff has too much sugar it can also be unpleasant to eat.

More Diwali Recipes to try:

Instant Jalebi

Burfee Truffles

Soji Balls on a white cake stand with flowers at right back

Soji Balls

A South African Indian sweet treat made with semolina and condensed milk
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Indian
Servings 16

Ingredients
  

  • 50 gram butter
  • 1/2 cup semolina or taystee wheat
  • 1/3 cup dessicated coconut
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1/3 cup powdered milk
  • 1 tbsp almond powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground elachie/cardamom
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/3 cup condensed milk you may need a little more
  • 1 tbsp fresh cream

Decorating

  • 1/2 cup dessicated coconut
  • few drops food coloring (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Toast the sesame seeds until it just starts to turn slightly brown. Remove from heat and set aside
  • Toast all the dessicated coconut until slightly brown and set aside.
  • Place the semolina and butter in a pan and cook on low heat for about 6-8 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn
  • Remove from heat, add the powdered milk, condensed milk, sesame seeds, 1/3 cup of toasted coconut, elachie, almond powder and nutmeg. Mix well until combined. Mix in the 1 tablespoon of fresh cream
  • Divide into 16 portions and roll each piece into a ball in the palms of your hand. Squeeze the mixture in your palms and roll or it will not hold together
  • Roll each ball into the remaining 1/2 cup toasted coconut. You can add a little colouring to the coconut if you prefer. Store in an airtight container

Notes

  1. I didn't find the need to add sugar to my recipe as I feel the condensed milk adds sufficient sweetness 
  2. You can add some nibbed almonds instead of the almond powder if you prefer
  3. Always use proper measuring cups and spoons when using a recipe, that way you can ensure you will get the best results
Keyword indian sweetmeat, soji balls, south african recipe
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6 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Good day. Tried your recipe today. I am making this social balls for Ganesh prayer tomorrow. I am really appreciative of your blog. I have used many recipes and all came out very good. Thank you

  2. Hi Lorraine, I have tried your Soji Ball recipe. WOW, I was amazed, It was so tasty

    thank you for sharing the recipe

    Have a blessed day ahead

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