Hazelnut crunch bliss balls
Hazelnut crunch bliss balls are a no-bake snack made with toasted hazelnuts, dates, peanuts and cacao. The Thermomix grinds and mixes everything into a sticky, rollable dough in minutes. Coconut oil and rice malt syrup bind the mixture, while tahini adds a savoury depth. Ideal for healthy snacking, lunchboxes or an energy boost before exercise.
About this recipe
Hazelnut crunch bliss balls Thermomix TM7 recipes bring together toasted hazelnuts, dates, peanuts and raw cacao in one of the easiest healthy snacks you can make with an all-in-one kitchen machine. The TM7 grinds the nuts to the ideal coarse consistency, giving these bliss balls their signature crunch, before chopping the pitted dates into a sticky paste that binds everything together. Tahini and melted coconut oil add creaminess and a subtle savoury edge, while rice malt syrup and honey keep the sweetness gentle rather than cloying. These no-bake treats are perfect as an afternoon snack, lunchbox filler or pre-workout energy bite, and they come together without switching appliances. If you have been searching for healthy snack ideas that genuinely satisfy a chocolate craving, these cacao-dusted bites prove that wholesome and indulgent can share the same plate. Rolling them in sesame seeds adds a final nutty finish.
Preparation tips
- For the best crunch, keep an eye on the hazelnut grinding stage: pulse briefly so the nuts stay coarse rather than turning into butter, as larger pieces give the bliss balls their characteristic texture.
- Chill the mixture in the fridge for about half an hour before rolling; cold coconut oil firms the dough, making it far less sticky on your hands and producing neatly shaped balls.
- Store the finished bliss balls in an airtight container in the fridge and roll them in sesame seeds just before serving, so the seeds stay crisp instead of softening against the moist surface.
Recipe variations
- Vegan version: replace the honey with an extra spoonful of rice malt syrup or maple syrup. The dates and tahini already provide plenty of binding power, so the texture of the hazelnut crunch bliss balls stays exactly the same.
- Festive variation: roll the balls in a mix of crushed freeze-dried raspberries and desiccated coconut, or drizzle them with melted dark chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt for an elegant party treat.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing accuracy - The integrated scale of the Thermomix weighs the tahini and rice malt syrup directly into the mixing bowl, saving on washing up. [Built-in scale]. [Built-in Scale]
- Coarse chopping - The Thermomix chops the toasted hazelnuts and peanuts evenly, creating the signature crunch without uneven pieces. [Multi-functionality]. [Multi-Function]
- Fast grinding - The TM7 grinds the flaxseeds and cacao powder finely in seconds, so every ball binds together consistently. [Time savings]. [Time Savings]
- Even mixing - The Thermomix blends the sticky dates and coconut oil into one homogeneous dough hands-free while you lay out sesame seeds. [Hands-free]. [Hands-Free]
- Gentle heating - The TM7 melts the coconut oil at a controlled low temperature so the cacao retains its rich, chocolate flavour. [Temperature control]. [Precision Control]
Ingredients
- flaxseeds
- coconut oil
- raw unsalted peanuts
- toasted hazelnuts
- pitted dates
- tahini
- rice malt syrup
- honey
- raw cacao powder
- sesame seeds