Hemp Seed Chocolate Bliss Balls Recipe
Introduction
These hemp seed chocolate bliss balls are a delicious and healthy treat that’s easy to make. Packed with natural sweetness from dates, rich peanut butter, and the nutritious goodness of hemp seeds, they are perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
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 at a time if the dates are hard, and pulse until a sticky ball forms.
- Step 2: Add the peanut butter, hemp seeds, and cocoa powder to the food processor. Pulse a few more times until everything combines into a moist dough that holds its shape. If the dough is too wet, add a little more cocoa powder.
- Step 3: Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes. Then, using a tablespoon, scoop out portions and gently roll them into balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet; you should get about 12.
- Step 4: Melt the chocolate chips in a small bowl in the microwave, heating for 30 seconds at a time until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the bliss balls and sprinkle with extra hemp seeds. Return them to the fridge to set.
Tips & Variations
- Use almond or cashew butter instead of peanut butter for a different flavor.
- If your dates are very soft, you might not need the hot water at all.
- Try rolling the balls in shredded coconut or crushed nuts for extra texture.
- For a sweeter finish, add a teaspoon of maple syrup or honey to the dough.
Storage
Store these 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, thaw them in the fridge or at room temperature for 15 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 preparation easier, you can finely chop the dates and mix the ingredients by hand. It will take more effort to achieve a smooth dough but it’s possible.
Are these bliss balls vegan?
Yes, this recipe is naturally vegan as it contains no animal products, assuming you use dairy-free chocolate chips if needed.
PrintHemp Seed Chocolate Bliss Balls Recipe
Delicious and nutritious hemp seed chocolate bliss balls made with dates, peanut butter, hemp seeds, and cocoa powder. These no-bake treats are easy to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and perfect as a snack or dessert. Finished with a drizzle of melted chocolate and a sprinkle of hemp seeds for an extra boost of flavor and texture.
- 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
Main 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
Toppings
- 1–2 tbsp chocolate chips for topping
- More hemp seeds for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: Pit the dates and place them in a food processor. Add 1 tablespoon of hot water at a time and pulse until the mixture starts to form a sticky ball. The hot water helps soften the dates if they are a bit firm.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the peanut butter, hemp seeds, and cocoa powder to the food processor. Pulse several more times until all ingredients are well combined and the dough is moist but still holds its shape. If the dough is too wet, add a little more cocoa powder to achieve the right consistency.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes to firm it up, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Shape the Bliss Balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the dough and gently roll each into a ball. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. You should get about 12 equally sized bliss balls.
- Melt and Drizzle Chocolate: In a small bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Top and Set: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the bliss balls and sprinkle with additional hemp seeds. Place the bliss balls back in the fridge to set before serving.
Notes
- If your dates are soft, you may not need to add hot water.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor.
- Store the bliss balls in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- These bliss balls can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
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