Healthy Hazelnut Protein Truffles

16 truffles
Prep: 15 mins | Chill: 30 mins

Ingredients

➕ 1/2 cup Almonds
➕ 1/4 cup Hazelnuts
➕ 1 cup Pitted Medjool Dates
➕ 1/4 cup Cacao Hazelnut Protein
➕ 6 tbsp Cacao Powder
➕ 2 tbsp Melted Cacao Butter
➕ 2 tsp Maple Syrup
➕ Pinch of Salt
➕ 16 Whole Hazelnuts (for the centre)

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Looking for a cheeky snack without the guilt? These protein-packed truffles are rich in cacao and nutty goodness, made with wholesome Botanika Blends Cacao Hazelnut Protein. They’re gluten-free, refined sugar-free and made right here in Australia. Perfect for lunchboxes or an arvo pick-me-up.

Method

In a food processor, blend almonds and hazelnuts until they form a fine meal.
Add dates, Botanika Blends Cacao Hazelnut Protein, 4 tbsp cacao powder, melted cacao butter, maple syrup, and salt. Blend again until a sticky dough forms.
Scoop approx. 25g (2 heaped tablespoons) of the mixture. Insert one whole hazelnut into the centre and roll into a ball.
Dust with the remaining cacao powder. Place in fridge for at least 30 mins to set. Store chilled.

FAQ - Healthy Hazelnut Protein Truffles

Sure! Cashews or walnuts would work, though flavour and texture may vary a little.
Yep, they’ll keep best in the fridge for up to 7 days. You can also freeze them.
You can, but the texture and nutrition profile will change. Add extra cacao or almond meal to balance.
The dates do most of the sweetening, but feel free to tweak the maple syrup to your taste.

Sure! Cashews or walnuts would work, though flavour and texture may vary a little.
You can, but the texture and nutrition profile will change. Add extra cacao or almond meal to balance.

Yep, they’ll keep best in the fridge for up to 7 days. You can also freeze them.
The dates do most of the sweetening, but feel free to tweak the maple syrup to your taste.

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