Do I have to use hazelnuts?

No, you can use any nut to make this recipe. Almonds, pecans or pistachios would work well.

How long do Ferrero Rocher keep?

You can store the truffles in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks or freezer for up to 3 months. They're ok to store in a sealed container room temperature in a cool climate but will melt if it's too warm. I suggest keeping chilled until just before serving.

Can you freeze homemade Ferrero Rocher?

Yes. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Soften for 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Homemade Vegan Ferrero Rocher Recipe

Description

Decadent homemade Ferrero Rocher that are vegan, gluten-free and simple to make with 7 wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

For the Fudge

½ cup (40 g) cocoa powder
⅓ cup (100 g) maple syrup
⅓ cup (82 g) almond butter (or homemade or store-bought hazelnut butter)
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
14–16 whole hazelnuts

For Coating

1 cup (150 g) chocolate chips
1 tbsp (15 g) coconut oil
½ cup (60 g) hazelnuts, very finely chopped

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Instructions

Make the Fudge Filling: Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond butter, salt and vanilla to a mixing bowl and stir until it forms a uniform dough. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to firm up. In the meantime, line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Shape Balls: After 10 minutes, remove the filling mixture from the refrigerator. Shape the mixture into balls using a scant 1 tbsp each. You should get 14 small balls. Use your finger to push a whole hazelnut into the centre of each ball, making sure the hazelnut is completely covered by the fudge mixture. Place the balls on the baking tray and place in the refrigerator to set for at least 10 minutes.
Melt Chocolate: In the meantime, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring as you go. Once chocolate is melted, set aside to cool and chop your hazelnuts. Be sure to very finely chop the hazelnuts so they resemble a grainy flour. You can chop them with a knife but it’s quick and easy to use a food processor. Place the chopped hazelnuts in a shallow bowl.
Coat in Chocolate and Hazelnuts: After 10 minutes, remove the baking tray from the fridge. Use a fork and/or a toothpick to dip each ball into the melted chocolate. Tap any excess chocolate off by tapping the fork handle against the edge of the bowl. Transfer the ball to the bowl of hazelnuts and spinkle nuts over it until it’s fully coated. Place balls back on the tray.
Chill: Once all of the balls have been coated, place the baking tray in the fridge for 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 187
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 43 mg
Fat: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 19 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 4 g

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