Chocolate Hazelnut Energy Bites
This is a variation of our energy bites base recipe. These chocolate hazelnut energy bites feature chocolate hazelnut spread, mini chocolate chips, and roasted hazelnuts. And YES! They're still healthy!
Servings: 20 bites
Ingredients
- ½ cup hot water
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Dash salt
- 1 ½ cups old fashioned oats
- ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread
- ¼ cup finely chopped, roasted hazelnuts
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix hot water, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt in a medium bowl. Add oats to the mixture. Mix until all the water is absorbed.
- Add chocolate hazelnut spread, chopped hazelnuts, and chocolate chips and stir until well incorporated.
- Cover and refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes so they are easier to roll.
- Divide mixture into 1-inch balls (~2 Tablespoons) using a spoon or small portion scoop. Roll into balls.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Enjoy!
Notes
If the hazelnut butter is too hard to mix in, microwave it for 30 seconds to make it easier to stir.
If the mixture is too sticky, add more oats 2 Tablespoons at a time.