Haselnuss Bllchen Hazelnut Balls
Indulge in the nutty decadence of Haselnuss Bällchen, or Hazelnut Balls, a no-bake treat that’s as wholesome as it is irresistible. Made with toasted hazelnuts, rich dark chocolate, and sweetened naturally with honey, these bite-sized delights are packed with flavor and the perfect balance of crunchy and creamy textures. Infused with a touch of vanilla and rolled in finely ground hazelnuts for a nutty finish, these energy-packed snacks come together in just 20 minutes and require minimal effort. Whether you're looking for a healthy dessert, a mid-day pick-me-up, or an elegant addition to your holiday dessert platter, these hazelnut balls are the perfect choice. Easy to make, gluten-free, and bursting with chocolate-hazelnut goodness, they’ll have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Hazelnuts
- 100 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat a dry skillet over medium heat and add the hazelnuts. Toast them for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Once toasted, transfer the hazelnuts to a clean kitchen towel. Rub the hazelnuts with the towel to remove as much of their skins as possible. It's okay if some skin remains.
Place the hazelnuts in a food processor and pulse until finely ground but not completely turned into a paste. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the ground hazelnuts for coating the balls later.
Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in short 15-second intervals in the microwave, stirring in between.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground hazelnuts, melted chocolate, honey, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix until everything is well incorporated and forms a sticky, moldable dough.
Using your hands, scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all the dough is used.
Roll each ball in the reserved ground hazelnuts for a crunchy coating.
Place the hazelnut balls on a plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.4 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 164 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.6 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.2 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 898 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
