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Healthy Ferrero Rocher Energy Balls

Craving a healthier version of your favorite chocolate-hazelnut treat? These homemade Ferrero Rocher balls are vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free, made with wholesome ingredients like almond butter and naturally sweet Medjool dates. With a rich chocolate flavor, a crunchy hazelnut center, and no artificial additives, they’re the perfect guilt-free indulgence. Easy to make and packed with nutrients, these bite-sized delights will satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping you energized.




Ingredients:

  • 1 1/4 cups roasted hazelnuts

  • 12 Medjool dates, pitted​

  • 3 tablespoons cacao powder​

  • 3 tablespoons Kiss the Earth almond butter​

  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup​

  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1 teaspoon water​

  • 15 whole roasted hazelnuts (optional, for centers)




Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Hazelnuts:  To roast raw hazelnuts with the skin on, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through. Once roasted, transfer them to a clean kitchen towel and rub them together to remove the skins Place the roasted hazelnuts into a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Reserve 1/4 cup of the chopped hazelnuts for rolling.

  2. Make the Dough: Add the pitted dates, cacao powder, almond butter, maple syrup, sea salt, and water to the food processor with the remaining hazelnuts. Process until the mixture is well combined and forms a sticky dough. If the mixture is too dry, add a small amount of water to achieve the desired consistency.​

  3. Form the Balls: Scoop a small amount of the dough and roll it into a ball. If desired, press a whole hazelnut into the center of each ball and reshape. Repeat until all the dough is used, this should make about 15 balls.

  4. Coat with Hazelnuts: Roll each ball in the reserved chopped hazelnuts to coat the exterior.​

  5. Set and Store: Place the coated balls on a plate and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.​

These delightful treats are perfect for a nutritious snack or a guilt-free dessert, offering a rich chocolate flavor complemented by the crunch of hazelnuts.

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