What are Chocolate Hazelnut Balls?
Chocolate hazelnut balls are among the healthy snacks made with intense chocolate and crunchy hazelnut flavor. It both suppresses your sweet cravings and energizes you. Prepared with natural ingredients, these snacks offer an ideal option for both children and adults.
Benefits of Hazelnut Balls:
- Rich Nutritional Value: Hazelnuts are rich in healthy fats, protein and fiber.
- Heart Health: The omega-3 fatty acids in its content support heart health.
- Energizing: The combination of chocolate and hazelnuts provides a quick source of energy.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Orgibite Hazelnuts (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup Orgibite Raisins (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Orgibite Dried Apricots (chopped)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup honey or natural sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams dark chocolate (melted)
- Coconut or cocoa (for topping)
Preparation:
- Prepare the Hazelnuts: Lightly roast the Orgibite Hazelnuts in a pan. Finely chop the roasted hazelnuts.
- Mix the Ingredients: Combine chopped hazelnuts, Orgibite Raisins, Orgibite Dried Apricots, cocoa powder, honey and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix all ingredients well to obtain a homogeneous mixture.
- Shape into a ball: Break walnut-sized pieces from the mixture and roll them in the palm of your hand to form balls.
- Prepare the Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate in a bain-marie.
- Chocolate Coating: Dip the balls in the melted chocolate and then decorate with coconut or cocoa.
- Cool: Place the balls on a plate and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.
- Serve: Your chocolate hazelnut balls are ready to serve after resting. You can consume them as a snack or with tea/coffee.
These Chocolate Hazelnut Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack. This recipe, which can be prepared quickly, creates a healthy alternative while suppressing your sweet cravings.
Bon Appetit! 😊