Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Balls
July 01, 2014 | Makes 8-12
- 1 Cup of Hazelnuts (150g)
- 1 Cup of Dates (150g)
- 1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein (I use Sunwarrior Warrior Blend)
- 1-2 Tablespoons of Cacao Powder
Sometimes it’s hard to get enough protein in to your diet and these nutella protein balls are such a delicious way to sneak some more in. One of my go-to recipes is my Vanilla Coconut Protein Balls but these are incredible if you’re in the mood for something a little more indulgent, a little more of a treat! They only take a few minutes to make and are full of protein and magnesium making them the ideal post workout treat. Watch me make them here!
Pour boiling water over the dates and leave the to soak for about 10 minutes. Dry roast the hazelnuts at 180’C for about 10 minutes. Then rub them around in a clean kitchen towel to remove any of the loose shells.
Add the hazelnuts to your blender and blitz until you have a coarse, crumbly nut flour. Then add in the protein and cacao powder and blitz to combine.
Drain the dates and add them in, blending on high until you have a sticky paste.
Use your hands to squish and roll the mixture into balls. I made balls that were quite big (about 4 bite size) so I got 8 out of the mixture, if you make smaller ones you could get 10-12.
I store mine in an air tight jar either in the cupboard or fridge.
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20 Comments to Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Balls
OMG yum
I’ve just made the Nutella protein balls which are lovely but turned out very dry and hard to roll together any suggestions
No problem, just add a little bit of almond milk a dash at a time (a little goes a long way) until it comes together enough for you! Hope you enjoy them!
Do you have to soak the dates before making the protein bliss balls?
Nope as long as they’re pitted you can just throw them in!
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Just wondering how long they last once made?
Mine have always been finished within a week or so but they should last for a couple of weeks in an airtight container!
These are amazing! Do you know how many grams are in a “cup”. Plus any idea of calorie content?
How many cals would be in one protein ball?
How many calories would u say is this recipe . as balls vary in size
do you know off the top of your head how many calories are in one of these (following this recipe)?
Hi indie – how much is a scoop??? Two tablespoons?? Tks they are yum!
A scoop measure should come with your protein powder, it’s about 20g! Enjoy x
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Could i replace the protein powder with milled chia seeds?
Absolutely! It works great x
Hi Indy. I don’t use protein powder. Can I substitute ground almonds or what would you recommend
Hi Indy,
This recipe sounds delicious. I’m new to trying dates in recipes-just wondered what type of dates you use? Are they medjool dates? Thanks!
Medjool dates are best as they are extra soft and chewy but you can use any dates, just make sure they’re pitted. Hope you love them!x