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Hazelnuts energy balls

🌰 Hazelnut Energy Balls

Quick and healthy no-bake snacks made with hazelnuts, dates, and cocoa. Rolled into bite-sized balls – perfect for lunchboxes or an energy boost on the go.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Healthy Snack, Snack
Cuisine: International, Vegan
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g Hazelnuts roasted or raw
  • 6 medjool dates pitted
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup optional, for extra sweetness

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Baking sheet or plate

Method
 

  1. Place hazelnuts in a food processor and pulse until finely ground.
  2. Add dates, cocoa powder, and salt. Blend until mixture sticks together.
  3. If mixture is too dry, add honey or maple syrup.
  4. Roll into small balls, (around 12)
  5. Place on a plate or baking sheet and chill for 20 minutes.
  6. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

💡 Tip: Roll balls in shredded coconut, sesame seeds, or extra cocoa powder for variety.
⚠️ Note: Great for lunchboxes or as a pre/post-workout snack.