Grab one of these energy balls when you need extra energy!

Serves 8

4.8 oz. hazelnuts
1 oz. 85% dark chocolate
1 tbsp. coconut oil
8 medjool dates, pitted
1 tsp. vanilla extract

For decoration:

3 oz. 85% dark chocolate, melted
10 hazelnuts, chopped

Preheat the oven to 320°F . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Lay the hazelnuts on the baking sheet and place in the hot oven for 10 minutes, until fragrant and roasted. Remove from the oven, and set aside to cool for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, place the dark chocolate and coconut oil in a small mixing bowl and melt in the microwave or in a saucepan.

In the bowl of a food processor, add the roasted hazelnuts, pitted medjool dates, vanilla extract and the melted chocolate/coconut oil mixture.

Process for 2-3 minutes, the time required depends on the power of the food processor. The mixture is ready when it forms a sticky batter that comes together. If too dry, blend in an extra teaspoon of almond milk or water until the dough sticks together.

Refrigerate the dough for 10 minutes in a bowl.

Roll 8 even-sized balls, and place on a plate covered with parchment paper. Decorate the energy balls with a drizzle of melted chocolate and chopped hazelnuts.

Store the energy balls for up to 10 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.