SHARING food is just one way that we share good times with family and friends over the holiday season.

This year, as the cost of living crisis hits home for families, there are special treats that we can make that might just become the new family favourites for Christmases to come.

Sharing recipes is also a great way to enjoy the holidays while trying new things.

Kerry Jacobs from the Nelson Bay CWA Evening Branch shared this Chocolate Ball recipe with News Of The Area readers.

This is a recipe that I make every Christmas too, as it is a firm family favourite!

Crush one packet of plain biscuits, and stir in two tablespoons of Cocoa, half a packet of choc chips, one cup of desiccated coconut and a can of sweetened condensed milk.

Use a tablespoon full of the mixture to roll into balls and roll in coconut.

Kerry says the recipe “makes around 40 delicious balls”.

You can also add rum!

“These sweet treats can also be made ahead and frozen!”

Making these chocolate balls can also be a great way to introduce the kids into making simple treats that are sure to keep them smiling over the Christmas break.

By Marian SAMPSON