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Super easy hazelnut chocolate balls that taste like Nutella! Healthy energy balls made with just 4 simple ingredients.

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Have you ever tried Nutella? It’s this rich, creamy and oh-so sweet spread that’s made out of hazelnuts, cocoa powder and sugar. It’s ridiculously indulgent and one of the most beloved dessert spreads out there.

Only problem? It’s a bit unrealistic to eat everyday… and a bit dangerous for some of us to keep on hand (I’m looking at your Erik!) Erik and I found a healthier version made with whole ingredients, blah blah blah, but it turns out that was still too dangerous to keep on hand…

So guess what I came up with? Healthy nutella balls that you (and me and Erik, ahem!) can enjoy any time, any day… without any of the guilt. 😉 Think: decadent hazelnut chocolate balls, without the maxed out sugary vibes, and with the energy boost from healthy fats.

You in? Let’s no bake this!

How to Make Hazelnut Chocolate Energy Balls

Learn how to make hazelnut chocolate balls in just a few easy steps!

Line

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Head to the freezer and clear some space for this sheet—you won’t need it just yet.

Stir & Fold

Grab a medium mixing bowl and add in the hazelnut butter, maple syrup, coconut flour and raw cacao powder. Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold all the ingredients together until you get a soft dough-like consistency—this is your hazelnut chocolate energy ball mixture!

Scoop

Scoop and drop the hazelnut chocolate energy ball mixture onto that baking sheet you lined earlier.

Chill & Enjoy

Place the sheet into the freezer and chill your chocolate energy balls until firm. Then, enjoy the yummiest Nutella energy balls!

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Just 4 simple ingredients for Nutella Energy Balls!

Hazelnut Butter

Raw Cacao Powder

Coconut Flour

Pure Maple Syrup

The Taste & Texture 

Taste

These Nutella bites have the most wonderfully rich chocolate hazelnut flavors—imagine deep chocolate and nutty hazelnut. It’s the perfect combo! These hazelnut chocolate balls taste like Nutella in healthy energy ball form. So good!

Texture

I love the texture of these Nutella balls—they’re soft ‘n dense, making them so satisfying to bite into. Make a batch and see for yourself. 😉

Rich chocolate and warm hazelnut flavor combine to make the most delectable energy balls! 

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Are you ready to make all of the hazelnut chocolate energy balls? I can’t wait to hear what you think! ‘Til then, I’ll be looking forward to our next kitchen adventure together.

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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5 from 6 votes
Servings: 26 small balls

4 Ingredient Hazelnut Chocolate Energy Balls – Nutella!

4 Ingredient Hazelnut Chocolate Energy Balls: this super easy hazelnut chocolate balls recipe tastes like Nutella! Healthy energy balls made with just 4 simple ingredients.
Prep: 15 minutes
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Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Clear some space in the freezer for this sheet. Set aside at room temperature.
  • In a medium bowl, add hazelnut butter, maple syrup, coconut flour and cacao powder. Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold until well incorporated and thickened like soft dough.
  • Using a cookie scoop, scoop and drop chocolate hazelnut balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart. Here are the small and medium cookie scoops I use.
  • Transfer to the freezer to chill for 20-30 minutes, until somewhat firm.* Remove from freezer and roll into balls, or enjoy as is! Storing instructions below.

Notes

Where to Buy IngredientsPure Hazelnut Butter | Raw Cacao Powder | Coconut Flour | Pure Maple Syrup
Adapted from my 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Bites.
*Bites will become firmer and less moist the next day.
Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 1-3 weeks. Bites will become drier, but are still tasty in the 3rd week.
Freezing Instructions: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for 1-2 months. Firm, but soft enough to eat straight out of the freezer.
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12 Comments

  1. Beth says:

    5 stars
    These are going be my hubby’s favorite! I can’t wait to make these! So excited to try these!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Oh trust me Beth, you’re both absolutely gonna love them!

  2. Biana says:

    5 stars
    Yum! These chocolate energy balls look like an amazing snack!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      They are totally the best!

  3. Krystle says:

    5 stars
    You are not kidding they do taste just like nutella. I made a double batch to take hiking today.

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Sounds so fun! Happy you’re enjoy getting the recipe Krystle. 🙂

  4. wilhelmina says:

    5 stars
    These are so good, they are almost addictive! I will be making a second batch today!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      LOL I know, it’s hard to stop eating these! 😂

  5. Sharon says:

    5 stars
    All the chocolate and Nutella goodness rolled up in tiny little bites. These are a delicious treat!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Exactly! So happy you’re enjoying them!

  6. Claudia Lamascolo says:

    5 stars
    You seriously had me as soon as saw only 4 ingredients in the kitchen making them now!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Awesome! Sometimes you just need an easy recipe, ya know?