– 1 1/2 cups hazelnuts
– 1 firmly packed cup of medjool dates
– 1/2 cup raw cacao powder
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Lightly toast hazelnuts in a moderate oven for approximately 10-15 minutes (until fragrant/skins starting to crack).  When slightly cooled, rub together to remove skins (most..not essential).

Place all ingredients into a food processor and blend on high speed until mixture is combined.

Roll into balls and roll in coconut, crushed hazelnuts or leave as is!

Enjoy.

**please note, although made with wholefoods, this is still a high fat, high sugar treat and should be eaten in moderation.  Whilst hazelnuts and medjool dates have nutritional benefits and are nourishing, eating too much of any raw treat and dessert can still have negative effects on health.