Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Brazil Nut Balls
Rich, fudgy energy balls made with melted cocoa butter, almond butter, and crunchy brazil nuts. These naturally sweet treats require no baking and come together in minutes using just a food processor. The cocoa butter creates a luxurious, smooth texture while agave nectar provides gentle sweetness. Perfect for healthy snacking, dessert, or when you need a quick energy boost. Store in the refrigerator for a firm, truffle-like consistency.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup cocoa butter, meltedcoconut oil1:1vegandairy-free
hardens when cold
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- sea salt, for sprinkling
- 1 cup brazil nutswalnuts1:1nutadds tree_nuts
different flavor profile
Instructions
- 1
Melt cocoa butter in jar in microwave for about a minute
- 2
Mix with spoon and microwave another 30 seconds if needed for smoothness
- 3
Combine cocoa butter, almond butter, cocoa powder, agave nectar, and sea salt in food processor
- 4
Process until ingredients are combined and smooth
- 5
Add brazil nuts to food processor
- 6
Process until chopped up and combined
- 7
Use small cookie scooper to scoop balls onto lined baking sheet
- 8
Sprinkle tops with crumbled brazil nuts and sea salt
- 9
Store in refrigerator until ready to eat
Tips
Ensure cocoa butter is fully melted and smooth before mixing to prevent lumpy texture in final balls
Chill cookie scoop in freezer for easier portioning of sticky mixture onto baking sheet
Good to Know
Store in refrigerator in airtight container for up to 1 week
Can be made up to 3 days ahead, store covered in refrigerator
Serve chilled directly from refrigerator for best texture
Common Mistakes
Don't skip melting cocoa butter completely to avoid grainy texture
Avoid over-processing brazil nuts to maintain some texture contrast
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Vegan Options
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I freeze these chocolate brazil nut balls?
Yes, freeze in airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for optimal texture.
What if I don't have a food processor?
You can use a high-powered blender or chop brazil nuts by hand and mix everything in a bowl, though texture will be less smooth.
How long do these keep at room temperature?
Best stored in refrigerator as cocoa butter softens at room temperature. Can sit out for 2-3 hours for serving.