These Maca Energy Balls with Hazelnuts are fantastic for a quick fix when sweet-toothing for a treat. Naturally sweet, really satisfying, and filled with healthy ingredients for good measure. These little bites do the trick every time, whether rushing out the door or needing a healthy afternoon pick-me-up. No baking required—just mix, roll, chill, and enjoy.

What are Maca Energy Balls with Hazelnuts?

Very small chewy snacks inspired by maca-powdered dates, coconuts, and roasted hazelnuts. Slightly nutty and earthy, with some caramel notes, maca complements hazelnuts’ creamy crunch quite nicely. Naturally sweet, plant-derived, protein-rich, and an excellent source of fiber and antioxidants, they’re primarily enjoyed in moments when one doesn’t want to eat. The best part? Now they’re completely vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 cup roasted hazelnuts
• 1 tablespoon maca powder
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients:

• 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted)
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1–2 teaspoons water (only if needed for texture)

How to Make Maca Energy Balls with Hazelnuts

1. Chop hazelnuts in a food processor until they are finely chopped but not like a paste.
2. Add dates, maca powder, chia seeds, almond butter, vanilla, and salt.
3. Pulse until the mixture sticks together. If too dry, add water a tsp at a time.
4. Scoop and roll using your hands into small balls.
5. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
6. They’re good to eat straight out of the fridge or at room temperature!

Storage Tips

1. You should keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
2. They can also go in the freezer for about 2 months; just thaw for a few minutes before eating.
3. Serving Suggestions
4. Pair with a cup of green tea or coffee
5. Add to your kids’ lunchbox as a healthy treat
6. Toss a couple in your gym bag for post-workout fuel

Pro Tips & Variations

1. Almond butter can be exchanged for your choice of peanut or cashew butter.
2. Add in a tablespoon of cacao nibs or mini chips.
3. Roll in shredded coconut for texture.
4. Substituting seeds for flaxseeds brings a different boost.

FAQs

1. Can I skip the maca powder?

That would work! You can also choose to omit it or use protein powder instead.

2. Are these very sweet?

Not too sweet. The natural sweetness of dates is just right.

3. Can raw hazelnuts be used instead of roasted?

Sure, but roasted hazelnuts give a richer flavor.

4. Are these low in carbs?

Not exactly, since dates are high in carbs.For the keto cleanse, replace dates with nut butter and a low-carb sweetener.

Try it!

If you like easy snacks that taste amazing and give you energy, these Maca Energy Balls with Hazelnuts are a must. They take less than 10 minutes to make and are so satisfying. Give them a shot and let me know how yours turns out!