Nutella lovers are going to go crazy for this recipe! These delicious Nutella balls are packed with oats and chia seeds to give you an extra energy boost. They make a terrific chocolatey mid-afternoon snack that also happens to be filling thanks to the protein and fiber.
This no bake treat couldn't be easier - just four simple ingredients and and 5 minutes of time. They're naturally gluten free and dairy free too when made with vegan hazelnut spread.
If you're looking for more tasty treats, I recommend my gluten free granola bars or this delicious chocolate hemp seed butter, which incidentally would work great as a Nutella substitute in this recipe.
Ingredient Notes
These simple energy bites require just a handful of ingredients.
- Gluten Free Oats - I used old-fasioned rolled oats for this recipe, but you could also use instant oats (quick oats). If you're following a gluten free diet, then make sure to get certified gluten free oats. Bob's Red Mill is my favorite brand.
- Chia Seeds - Chia seeds are packed with fiber and protein, which helps these energy balls keep you satisfied longer.
- Nutella - To make my energy balls dairy free, I like to use vegan hazelnut spread which is available at Whole Foods and on Amazon. If you're not dairy free, use regular Nutella spread for this recipe.
- Honey - A little honey is used to help these balls hold their shape. If you want to make this recipe vegan, I recommend using maple syrup instead.
See recipe card for full ingredient list and quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Not Dairy Free - use regular Nutella in the same measure.
- Make it Vegan - Use the vegan hazelnut spread and replace the honey with maple syrup.
- Another Spread - If you want a different flavor, you can replace store-bought Nutella with another chocolate nut spread or make homemade Nutella.
- Make Them Crunchier - Replace ½ cup of oats with gluten free rice krispies for a little crunch.
- Turn it Into a No-Bake Dessert - Once you make the balls, cover them in melted chocolate or melted white chocolate for a decadent treat.
- Smoother texture - If you want a finer texture, rather than the chewy way I've made them, you can combine all of your ingredients in a food processor before making them into balls.
How to Make Nutella Balls
This recipe could not be easier to make. It only takes 5 minutes of hands on time and about 10 minutes of chill time.
- STEP 1: Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
- STEP 2: Scoop the mixture and form small balls. I like to use a small cookie scoop to get even portions, then roll it between my hands.
- STEP 3: Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for 10 minutes before eating.
Storage
Store Nutella bliss balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
You can also freeze them in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Make sure to remove any excess air to prevent freezer burn. Thaw to room temperature before serving.
More gluten free snack recipes to consider:
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Recipe
Nutella Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Gluten Free Oats
- 1 Cup Dairy Free Chocolate Hazelnut Spread or Nutella
- ¼ Cup Chia Seeds
- 2 Tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine the oats, nutella, chia seeds and honey in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.2 Cups Gluten Free Oats, 1 Cup Dairy Free Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, ¼ Cup Chia Seeds, 2 Tablespoons Honey
- Roll the mixture into balls. You can use a cookie scoop to portion the mixture then roll it between your hands to make them smooth.
- Place the balls on a parchment lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
Notes
Tiffany is the recipe developer, stylist and food photographer behind Well Fed Baker. As a lifelong baker who had to go gluten free and dairy free in 2016, Tiffany strives to share allergen friendly recipes that never feel like they are free from anything.
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