Who can say no to a Ferrero Rocher? What if I advised you you may make them at dwelling with more healthy components? These vegan protein Ferrero Rocher are a should strive!
I had simply ordered a brand new tub of hazelnut butter and was brainstorming enjoyable methods to make use of it in a recipe. I’m an enormous fan of utilizing protein powder in treats and it occurred to me that I hadn’t made a protein recipe shortly. That’s when the thought of constructing a protein model of the well-loved basic deal with got here to me.
I have already got a more healthy Ferrero Rocher recipe on my weblog (discover the recipe here), however I wished to make one other model that had added protein. That is what I got here up with – a easy 6 ingredient dessert that tastes superb, however can be good for you!
All that you must make these more healthy vegan delights is:
- Hazelnut butter
- Protein powder (vanilla or chocolate, vegan or whey)
- Maple syrup (for a little bit added sweetness, different liquid sweaters will even work)
- Milk of alternative (dairy or vegan) to assist bind the whole lot collectively
- Darkish chocolate (for the coating)
- Chopped hazelnuts and/or one thing crunchy like puffed rice or rice krispies
I used darkish chocolate and hazelnuts for the coating to make them extra just like the ‘actual factor’, however if you wish to make them even more healthy, you may skip the coating half and simply get pleasure from them as protein balls. I might extremely suggest dipping them in chocolate although. Additionally the chopped hazelnuts add probably the most lovely crunch.
You may make a giant batch of those vegan protein Ferrero Rochers and retailer them within the fridge for once you’re feeling snacky. Additionally they make a very nice lighter dessert for after dinner.
Vegan Protein Ferrero Rocher
Makes: 10-12
Substances
130g (1/2 cup) hazelnut butter (I used Bulk hazelnut butter)
70g (1/2 cup) chocolate protein powder (I used Bulk chocolate gourmet vegan protein)
1 tbsp maple syrup (or liquid sweetener of alternative)
60ml (1/4 cup) milk of alternative (I used Bulk oat drink)
For the coating
100g darkish chocolate, melted
Chopped hazelnuts*
Technique
In a bowl, combine collectively the hazelnut butter, maple syrup and milk. Fold within the protein powder and blend till you may have a easy dough consistency.
Form into 10-12 balls, then refrigerate for half-hour.
Dip every ball in melted chocolate, then roll them within the chopped hazelnuts till totally coated.
Place on a chopping board lined with baking paper and refrigerate once more till the chocolate has set.
Take pleasure in!
Notes
* I additionally used chocolate protein crispies, however chopped hazelnuts on their very own will work simply as effectively. You too can use flippantly crushed puffed rice or rice krispies.
** These protein balls are greatest saved in an air-tight container within the fridge and can final for as much as every week.
