Ferrero Rocher Date Balls
Ferrero Rocher Date Balls are super easy to make with only 3 simple ingredients required! They are soft, chewy & chocolatey + naturally sweetened with dates. They are the perfect healthy snack or treat for those following a paleo or plant-based lifestyle. It'll be love at first bite!
Equipment
- Food processor
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups dates, pitted and soaked
- 1 cup hazelnuts, dry-roasted (instructions in notes)
- 4 heaping tbsp. cacao or cocoa powder
- 1/8 tsp. sea salt
Instructions
- Soak dates in water for 30-minutes and drain.
- Add hazelnuts into food processor and process until nuts are chopped into small pieces.
- Add dates, cacao/cocoa powder and sea salt into the food processor with hazelnuts and continue to process until ingredients start to stick together.
- Scoop out mixture with a tablespoon and roll into balls.
- Optional step: Add a handful of hazelnuts into the food processor and process into small pieces. Roll balls in mixture to coat the outside.
- Enjoy these delicious date balls right away or store in an air-tight container in the fridge for later.
Notes
How to dry-roast hazelnuts:
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Hazelnuts: Spread the hazelnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. You don't need to add any oil or seasoning.
- Roast the Hazelnuts: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the hazelnuts for about 10-15 minutes. Keep an eye on them and stir occasionally to ensure they roast evenly.
- Check for Doneness: The hazelnuts are done when their skins start to crack and they turn a golden brown color. You should also be able to smell their nutty aroma.
- Cool and Remove Skins: Remove the hazelnuts from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. To remove the skins, place the hazelnuts in a clean kitchen towel and rub them together. The skins should come off easily.