These no-bake chocolate hazelnut bliss balls, or energy balls, are super delicious and easy-to-make wholesome snacks that are perfectly sweet. Made with dates, roasted hazelnuts, unsweetened cocoa powder, nut butter, and a touch of vanilla. Coated in a dark chocolate and hazelnut topping, they look like a decadent dessert.
Packed with protein, they are great for breakfast, a tea-time snack, or an afternoon treat. These vegan chocolate hazelnut bliss balls are dairy-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!
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All you need are 7 handy ingredients and 10 minutes of your time to make these healthy and delicious hazelnut chocolate energy balls.
About Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls
These chocolate and hazelnut bliss balls are the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and nutty goodness from hazelnuts and nut butter. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, each bliss ball is coated in dark chocolate and topped with crushed hazelnuts, making them both delicious and visually appetizing.
The natural sweetness of dates mingles with the roasted depth of hazelnuts and the creaminess of peanut butter for a satisfying bite.
These energy balls are super delicious, highly nutritious, and an absolutely guilt-free treat sure to please chocolate lovers. It’s also a super versatile recipe, so you can make it according to your taste preferences. For example, the dark chocolate hazelnut coating is entirely optional, you can add some maple syrup to make them sweeter, or swap peanut butter with hazelnut butter or any other nut butter of your choice.
Whether you are looking for a healthy dessert alternative, a post-workout snack, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a quick on-the-go treat, these bliss balls fit the bill.
These chocolate and hazelnut bliss balls are a healthy, satisfying snack that’s as delicious as it is nutritious. Make a batch today and enjoy these guilt-free treats whenever the craving strikes!
Why You will Love the Recipe
These chocolate hazelnut bliss balls:
✔️ are healthy and nutritious
✔️ are quick and easy to make
✔️ get ready in just 10 minutes
✔️ are great for meal prep or snacking on the go
✔️ are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings
✔️ are no-bake & refined sugar-free
✔️ are naturally sweetened with dates
✔️ are vegan and gluten-free
Ingredients
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Medjool Dates: Used for natural sweetness and a chewy texture that helps bind the ingredients together. You can also use any soft dates of your choice.
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Roasted Hazelnuts: The star ingredient of this recipe. They add a rich, nutty flavor and satisfying crunch to each bite of these energy balls.
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Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Adds a deep chocolate flavor without any added sugar.
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Peanut Butter: Provides creaminess and boosts the protein content. You can also use other nut butters of your choice.
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Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall dessert sweetness. Adding vanilla is entirely optional.
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Salt: A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and elevates the chocolatey taste.
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Dark Chocolate: I used 50% dark chocolate for coating the balls. You can also use up to 85% chocolate if you like a slightly bitter taste in your bliss balls. Coating the balls with chocolate is totally optional.
Variations
Nut Butter Swap
I used peanut butter for added protein. You can also use other nut butters such as almond butter, cashew butter, or hazelnut butter for a different taste. You can even use creamy tahini for a twist.
Added Superfoods
To make them more nutritious, mix in some chia seeds, flaxseeds, or hemp hearts.
Flavor
Add a pinch of sweet spices like cinnamon or cardamom for an aromatic touch.
Coating:
I used dark chocolate and hazelnuts, but you can also roll these bliss balls in shredded coconut, unsweetened cocoa powder, or powdered hazelnuts.
Serving Suggestions
These bliss balls are very versatile. You can enjoy them for breakfast with other date treats like pistachio date cups or ferreo rocher overnight oats, and your morning coffee or Date Milk for a protein-packed start.
Devour them as a quick grab-and-go afternoon energy boost. They are also decadent enough to be served as an after-meal dessert, so you can serve them after dinner for a guilt-free sweet treat.
They also make lovely homemade edible gifts. Simply wrap them in pretty packaging for a homemade holiday gift.
Storage Suggestions
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Refrigeration: Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Freezing: For longer shelf life, freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before enjoying.
Tips & Tricks To Make the best Hazelnut Chocolate Bliss Balls
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Chocolate Coating: Coating them with dark chocolate is entirely optional. If you don’t want to use chocolate, skip it.
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Dates: Make sure the dates you are using are soft. If your dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and drain before adding them to the food processor.
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Even Coating: For an even coating, use a fork or skewer to dip the bliss balls in melted chocolate for a smooth finish.
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Large Batch: If you are making them for a crowd or gifting, making a large batch is a great idea. Simply double the recipe, refrigerate, and enjoy!
Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls (Step-by-step photo instructions)
For making Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls
- Add dates, hazelnuts, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt to a food processor. Blend until it forms a smooth dough. *Tip: If it doesn’t come together, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or more dates.* Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch) and set them aside.
- Break the chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. Melt the chocolate in the microwave for 2 minutes. Stir well until fully melted. Add 3 tablespoons of crushed roasted hazelnuts and mix.
- Here’s the revised version with corrected grammar:
- Dip each ball in the melted dark chocolate. Place parchment paper on a plate and arrange the balls on it. Sprinkle each ball with crushed hazelnuts and chill them in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before serving.
- Your delicious Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls are ready to enjoy. Serve them right away or store them in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Recipe Card
Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls [Recipe]
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(Rating: 4.9 from 5 reviews)
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| 10 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
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| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
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INGREDIENTS
For Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls
- 1 cup roasted hazelnuts
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 200 grams dark chocolate
- 3 + 1 tablespoons finely chopped hazelnuts
INSTRUCTIONS:
For making Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls
- Add dates, hazelnuts, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt to a food processor. Blend until it forms a smooth dough. *Tip: If it doesn’t come together, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or more dates.* Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch) and set them aside.
- Break the chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. Melt the chocolate in the microwave for 2 minutes. Stir well until fully melted. Add 3 tablespoons of crushed roasted hazelnuts and mix.
- Here’s the revised version with corrected grammar:
- Dip each ball in the melted dark chocolate. Place parchment paper on a plate and arrange the balls on it. Sprinkle each ball with crushed hazelnuts and chill them in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before serving.
- Your delicious Chocolate Hazelnut Bliss Balls are ready to enjoy. Serve them right away or store them in the fridge for up to 1 week.
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NOTES:
- If you like sweeter balls, then you can add 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup to the mixture.
- Make sure the dates you are using are soft. If your dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and drain before adding them to the food processor.
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