Hemp Seed Chocolate Bliss Balls Recipe
Introduction
These hemp seed chocolate bliss balls are a delicious and nutritious treat that combines the natural sweetness of dates with rich cocoa and nutty hemp seeds. Perfect as a quick snack or a healthy dessert, they require no baking and come together in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dates (about 8 dates)
- 1-2 tbsp hot water (optional, use only if your dates are a little hard)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp hemp seeds
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1-2 tbsp chocolate chips for topping
- More hemp seeds for topping
Instructions
- Step 1: Pit the dates and place them in a food processor. Add 1 tablespoon of hot water if the dates are a bit hard, then pulse until a ball forms.
- Step 2: Add the peanut butter, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of hemp seeds, and cocoa powder. Pulse a few more times until everything is combined. The dough should be moist but hold its shape. If it’s too wet, add a little more cocoa powder.
- Step 3: Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes. Using a tablespoon, scoop out the dough and gently roll it into balls. Place the bliss balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. You should get about 12 equally sized balls.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the bliss balls, then sprinkle with extra hemp seeds. Place back in the fridge to set.
Tips & Variations
- If you prefer a different nut butter, almond or cashew butter works well as a substitute for peanut butter.
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts or seeds to the dough before rolling.
- Use carob powder instead of cocoa powder for a caffeine-free option.
- Roll the balls in shredded coconut or finely chopped nuts as an alternative topping.
Storage
Store the bliss balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They can also be frozen for up to one month. To enjoy, simply thaw in the fridge or at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these bliss balls without a food processor?
While a food processor makes it easier to blend the dates and ingredients smoothly, you can chop the dates finely and mix by hand, but the texture may be less uniform.
Are these bliss balls vegan and gluten-free?
Yes, all the ingredients are naturally vegan and gluten-free, making these bliss balls suitable for many dietary needs.
PrintHemp Seed Chocolate Bliss Balls Recipe
These Hemp Seed Chocolate Bliss Balls are a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make no-bake snack. Packed with natural sweetness from dates and rich flavors from cocoa and peanut butter, these bliss balls offer a perfect balance of energy and indulgence. Coated with extra hemp seeds and drizzled with melted chocolate, they make a wholesome treat ideal for a quick snack or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 bliss balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dates (about 8 dates), pitted
- 1–2 tbsp hot water (optional, use if dates are a little hard)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp hemp seeds
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
Topping
- 1–2 tbsp chocolate chips
- More hemp seeds for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Dates: Start by pitting the dates and placing them into a food processor. Add 1 tablespoon of hot water at a time as needed, then pulse until the dates form a cohesive ball.
- Mix Ingredients: Add peanut butter, hemp seeds, and cocoa powder to the date mixture. Pulse several times to combine everything thoroughly. The dough should be moist yet hold its shape. If the mixture is too wet, add a little extra cocoa powder to adjust consistency.
- Chill Dough: Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes to firm up. Once chilled, scoop out the mixture using a tablespoon and gently roll into approximately 12 equally sized balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt Chocolate and Decorate: In a small bowl, melt the chocolate chips by microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the bliss balls, then sprinkle additional hemp seeds on top for garnish. Return them to the refrigerator to set before serving.
Notes
- If dates are very dry or hard, adding hot water helps soften them for easier blending.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different flavor.
- Make sure to refrigerate the bliss balls after assembling to help them hold their shape and enhance texture.
- Store these bliss balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Adjust sweetness by choosing sweeter chocolate chips or adding a touch of honey if desired.
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