Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates
These Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates are a healthy twist on the classic candy! Juicy medjool dates are stuffed with chocolate hazelnut butter, a whole hazelnut, and coated in crunchy chocolate. A vegan, gluten-free, no-bake treat!
Chocolate and hazelnut just never misses, like ever. It’s a flavor combo I come back to again and again, from my Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprint Cookies to my Chocolate Hazelnut Overnight Oats and Homemade Nutella.
Ferrero Rochers were a top 5 favorite candy for me before going vegan, and this healthier version has all the chocolatey, hazelnutty goodness of the classic candy, just with a better-for-you twist and ridiculously easy to make.
Crispy on the outside, chewy and creamy on the inside, with a whole hazelnut tucked inside and a crunchy chocolate coating that gives it that signature Ferrero Rocher crunch. No-bake, naturally sweetened, and honestly…a little dangerous to keep in the house.
Why You’ll Love These Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates
If you love Ferrero Rocher, you’re going to love this better-for-you version that’s ready in no time!
- Tastes just like a Ferrero Rocher
- Crunchy chocolate coating + chewy date + creamy hazelnut center
- No baking required (soo easy to make)
- A healthier candy alternative that still feels indulgent
- Perfect for holidays, gifting, or a sweet snack straight from the fridge
- Vegan, gluten-free + naturally sweetened
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Medjool Dates: Make sure you’re using medjool dates as opposed to other varieties of dates (such as deglet noor). Medjool date are big, soft, and chewy, with a natural caramel-like texture and flavor that works sooo well in this recipe.
- Chocolate Hazelnut Butter: Use store-bought or homemade chocolate hazelnut butter for that hazelnutty flavor. If you’re not vegan/dairy-free, Nutella would work great here too.
- Whole Hazelnuts:Â One hazelnut gets tucked inside each date in true Ferrero Rocher fashion.
- Dark Chocolate: Use your favorite dairy-free chocolate chips or chocolate bar to melt and coat the dates.
- Crushed Hazelnuts:Â Mixed into the chocolate coating for that iconic Ferrero Rocher crunch.
How To Make Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates
- Prepare the dates: If your dates still have the pit, slice each one lengthwise (being careful not to slice all the way through) and remove the pit.
- Stuff the dates: Add a spoonful of chocolate hazelnut butter into the center of each date. Then, press a whole hazelnut into the filling. Once all the dates are stuffed, place them in the freezer for about 1 hour, or until the filling is firm.
- Make the chocolate coating: While the dates are in the freezer, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Then, stir the crushed hazelnuts into the melted chocolate for that classic Ferrero Rocher crunch.
- Coat the dates: Dip each stuffed date into the crunchy chocolate, coating it completely. Place the dates in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes, until the chocolate hardens. Enjoy!
Megan’s Tips
- Use fresh medjool dates. This is a game-changer! Fresh medjool dates are naturally sweet, make stuffing easier, and give the best chewy texture.
- Choose a high-quality chocolate. This is one of those recipes where the chocolate really matters! I opt for dark chocolate chips, this high-quality chocolate bar, or (when I’m feeling extra) this hazelnut butter chocolate bar for even more hazelnut flavor!
- Chocolate too thick? Add one teaspoon of coconut oil to thin the chocolate for easier dipping.
- Finely crush the hazelnuts. Smaller pieces will mix more evenly into the chocolate and mimic that classic Ferrero Rocher texture.
How to Store Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates
Keep them in an air-tight container in the fridge or freezer for the best texture. The contrast between the crunchy chocolate shell and chewy center is truly unbeatable!
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If you make this recipe, please be sure to leave a comment and ★★★★★ star rating below letting me know how you liked it! xo, Megan
Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates
Ingredients
- 6 medjool dates
- 6 tablespoons chocolate hazelnut butter
- 6 hazelnuts
- ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
- ¼ cup crushed hazelnuts
Instructions
- Prepare the dates: If your dates still have the pit, slice each one lengthwise (being careful not to slice all the way through) and remove the pit.
- Stuff the dates: Add a tablespoon of chocolate hazelnut butter into the center of each date. Then, press a whole hazelnut into the filling. Once all the dates are stuffed, place them in the freezer for about 1 hour, or until the filling is firm.
- Make the chocolate coating: While the dates are in the freezer, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Then, stir the crushed hazelnuts into the melted chocolate for that classic Ferrero Rocher crunch.
- Coat the dates: Dip each stuffed date into the crunchy chocolate, coating it completely. Place the dates in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes, until the chocolate hardens. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Use fresh medjool dates. This is a game-changer! Fresh medjool dates are naturally sweet, make stuffing easier, and give the best chewy texture.
- Choose a high-quality chocolate. This is one of those recipes where the chocolate really matters! I opt for dark chocolate chips, this high-quality chocolate bar, or (when I’m feeling extra) this hazelnut butter chocolate bar for even more hazelnut flavor!
- Chocolate too thick? Add one teaspoon of coconut oil to thin the chocolate for easier dipping.
- Finely crush the hazelnuts. Smaller pieces will mix more evenly into the chocolate and mimic that classic Ferrero Rocher texture.
- Store them chilled. Keep them in the fridge or freezer for the best texture. The contrast between the crunchy chocolate shell and chewy center is unbeatable.
These stuffed dates are even better than a ferrero rocher! I’m obsessed with this recipe!