Healthy Hazelnut Chocolate Balls
Simple hazelnut chocolate bliss balls with a few everyday ingredients. A wholefood version of your favourite chocolate hazelnut treats.
Servings: 10
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Food processor
- Parchment paper
- Baking tray
- Fork
Ingredients
Bliss Balls
- 1 cup hazelnuts toasted (skins removed, optional)
- ¾ cup Medjool dates pitted (about 6)
- 2 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
Chocolate Coating
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine the bliss ball ingredients in a food processor and pulse until the hazelnuts are finely chopped and the mixture holds together.
- Using a tablespoon measure, scoop and roll 10 balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray while you make the chocolate coating.
- To make the chocolate coating, begin by melting the coconut oil. Combine the melted coconut oil with the cocoa and maple syrup. Stir until smooth. If the mixture is very runny just give it a minute and it will thicken up.
- Dip the bliss balls in the melted and cooled chocolate coating. A fork is a good tool as it allows the excess chocolate to drip off. Garnish the balls with a few extra chopped hazelnuts if desired. Chill until ready to eat.
- Store the leftovers in the fridge (an airtight container is best) for a few weeks.