Description
Indulge in these decadent Vegan Ferrero Rocher treats, perfectly crafted with creamy hazelnut butter, rich vegan chocolate, and roasted hazelnuts for a crunchy, satisfying bite. This 15-piece recipe offers a cruelty-free, dairy-free alternative to the classic chocolate hazelnut confection, with a luscious coconut milk base and natural sweetness from maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 160 g chilled full-fat coconut milk (or coconut cream)
- 120 g vegan chocolate
- 60 g hazelnut butter
- 40 g pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 15 roasted hazelnuts (skinless)
- 100 g roasted hazelnuts (skinless)
Coating
- 200 g vegan chocolate (for the coating)
- 14 g hazelnut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the filling mix: In a bowl, combine the chilled full-fat coconut milk, vegan chocolate, hazelnut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Process roasted hazelnuts: Crush or pulse 100 g of the roasted skinless hazelnuts roughly so you have small crunchy pieces that will add texture to your filling.
- Combine nuts and filling: Fold the crushed hazelnuts into the chocolate-coconut mixture gently to maintain some crunchiness.
- Shape the centers: Take small portions of the mixture and flatten them lightly in your hand. Place one whole roasted hazelnut in the center, then shape the mixture around it to form a ball. Repeat until you have 15 balls.
- Chill the centers: Place the balls on a lined tray and refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes or until firm and set.
- Prepare the coating: Melt 200 g of vegan chocolate and 14 g of hazelnut butter together in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Coat the balls: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate coating, ensuring it is fully covered. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing back onto the tray.
- Set the chocolate coating: Refrigerate the coated balls for about 20 minutes or until the chocolate shell hardens.
- Serve and store: Enjoy immediately or keep stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut cream instead of coconut milk for a richer and creamier texture if preferred.
- Choose high-quality vegan dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for optimal flavor and smoothness.
- To roast hazelnuts at home, toast them in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes, then rub off skins using a clean kitchen towel.
- For a smoother finish, temper the coating chocolate before dipping the balls.
- These chocolates should be kept refrigerated and consumed within one week for best taste and texture.
