Woopdedoop #5: Trip to Stockholm

Sorry it has been so long since my last post! I really did not realise how time has completely flown by! Well I have many new recipes that I would like to share with you but firstly lets start with my recent trip to Stockholm. Now for those of you who have never visited Sweden and in particular Stockholm, I must say you will be completely blown away.
Apart from the beautiful scenery, architecture, design and that 'perfect' Swedish way of life, Stockholm is an absolute haven for a foodie. The local cuisine is perfect (if you like fish and meat), but what really excited me is the vast array of international and local cuisine that can be found throughout the city.
Below I have posted some photos from my trip and finish off with my most FAVOURITE discovery...swedish chocolate balls.

View from my hotel! waking up to this everyday :)

Mussles with White wine and Garlic sauce!!!!!

Accompanies by one of the many local beers

 

The most amazing Corque Monsieur I have had

A MUST if you visit Stockholm!!
 

And the desserts......

AND FINALLY.... chocolate balls!!!

Ingredients:

 

- 4 cups of rolled oats

- 1 1/4 cups sugar

- 1/2 cup cocoa powder

- 1 cup sofetned unsalted butter

- 2 tbsp strong coffee

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- 1/3 cup shredded coconut

 

 

STEPS:

 

1. Mix the oats, sugar and cocoa in a bowl. Add the butter and use your hands to mix the ingredients together to make a thick dough. Mix in the coffee and vanilla.

 

2. Place the coconut in a seperate bowl

 

3. Pinch off small amounts of the dough and roll them into little balls. Then roll them in the coconut so that the entire ball is coated. Balls are ready to eat. For a better texture, place them in the refrigerator for 2 hours. ENJOY!