Nutella Bites

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These Nutella bites come together with just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time. Each bite is full of rich, nutty chocolate flavor and an irresistibly smooth, creamy texture. Good luck stopping at just one!

nutella energy bites.

I have a mild obsession with Nutella recipes, and as far as I’m concerned, Nutella desserts should always have a place at the table. Some of my favorite ways to use this chocolate hazelnut spread are cookies, brownies, and these no-bake Nutella bites. 

Like my cookie dough bites, these come together in just a few minutes, plus time to set in the fridge. They couldn’t be easier to make, and everyone you share them with will surely be impressed. 

Table of Contents
  1. Why this recipe works
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. How to make Nutella bites
  4. Recipe tips and variations 
  5. Storage instructions
  6. More delicious no-bake dessert recipes to try
  7. Nutella Bites (Recipe Card)

Why this recipe works

  • Ready in minutes. Just form the dough and roll out the balls. That’s all there is to it!
  • 4 ingredients. Like brownie truffles, these chocolate bites come together with only 4 simple ingredients. 
  • Gluten-free. These nutella balls are naturally gluten-free and can easily be made vegan by making your own Nutella or buying vegan chocolate hazelnut spread.
  • Perfect texture. The Nutella literally melts in your mouth, making for a decadent and fudgy treat. 
  • Easy to customize. With minimal ingredients needed, the options to customize are endless. You can switch up the chocolate chips, stir in some nut butter, or swap the flour. The choice is yours! 

If you’re looking for more easy no-bake recipes to satisfy your chocolate cravings, try these chocolate peppermint cookies or rocky road fudge

Ingredients needed

As mentioned earlier, only 4 easy-to-find ingredients are needed to make your chocolate lover’s dream come true. Here’s exactly what you’ll need:

  • Nutella. While any chocolate spread will work, I’m partial to the creamy texture and hazelnut flavor from Nutella. Make your own or use the store-bought stuff. 
  • Coconut flour. To soak up the moisture and keep the chocolate balls firm and rollable. If you’re not a fan of coconut flour, you can swap it for oat flour or almond flour. Just keep in mind you might need a little more since other types of flour are not as absorbent as coconut flour. 
  • Milk. Just a teaspoon’s worth will help the Nutella and flour mix together. I prefer unsweetened almond milk, but any dairy or non-dairy milk will work.
  • Chocolate chips. To add texture and an extra layer of chocolatey goodness. 

How to make Nutella bites

It only takes 5 minutes plus an hour or so of refrigeration time to make these indulgent Nutella bites. Here’s how it’s done:

Step 1- Prep work: Line a large plate with parchment paper and set it aside. 

Step 2- Combine the ingredients: Add Nutella, coconut flour, and milk to a large mixing bowl and mix until a thick dough forms. Fold in the chocolate chips. 

Step 3- Form the balls: Using slightly wet hands, roll out the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place them on the lined plate and refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up.

nutella bites.

Recipe tips and variations 

  • Use an ice cream scoop. This will help to evenly portion the chocolate balls.  
  • Freeze the Nutella bites for 30 minutes. Instead of refrigerating the Nutella bites, freeze them for half the time. Just make sure to pull them out before they freeze. 
  • Swap the flour for protein powder. To make protein-rich Nutella bites. 
  • Make healthy energy bites. Stir in quick oats, chia seeds, hemp seeds, or ground flax seeds to add fiber and protein, helping you stay energized all day long. 
  • Toss the Nutella bites in cocoa powder. To add an extra layer of rich chocolate flavor. 
  • Switch up the chocolate chips. Use dark chocolate, white chocolate, or peanut butter chips instead.
  • Play around with mix-ins. Try stirring in nut butter, chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or a little peppermint or vanilla extract to totally transform these Nutella bites. 

Storage instructions

To store: Because of the milk, it’s best to store the balls in the fridge. Keep them in an airtight container with layers of parchment paper between them to prevent sticking, and they’ll stay good for up to one week. 

To freeze: Store leftovers in a freezer-safe container between sheets of parchment paper and freeze them for up to 6 months. Let frozen leftovers thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying. 

nutella snack.

More delicious no-bake dessert recipes to try

  • Oreo dip– Think Oreo ice cream, but 10 times more satisfying.
  • Pumpkin bars– Satisfy your pumpkin cravings with these sweet bars covered in cream cheese frosting. 
  • Chickpea cookie dough– Vegan, gluten-free, bake-free, and loaded with protein. 
  • Millionaire shortbread– Buttery crust topped with melty caramel and chocolate ganache.
  • Tiramisu cookies– Soft, chewy cookies with almond butter and espresso powder.
nutella bites recipe.

Nutella Bites

5 from 9 votes
These Nutella bites come together with just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time. Each bite is full of rich, nutty chocolate flavor and an irresistibly smooth, creamy texture. Good luck stopping at just one!
Servings: 12 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes

Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Line a large plate with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the Nutella, coconut flour, and milk and mix until a thick dough remains. Fold through the chocolate chips.
  • Using slightly wet hands, roll out the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place them on the lined plate and refrigerate for an hour to firm up. 

Notes

TO STORE. Because of the milk, it’s best to store the balls in the fridge. Keep them in an airtight container with layers of parchment paper between them to prevent sticking, and they’ll stay good for up to one week. 
TO FREEZE. Store leftovers in a freezer-safe container between sheets of parchment paper and freeze them for up to 6 months. Let frozen leftovers thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSodium: 11mgPotassium: 51mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 9IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mgNET CARBS: 10g
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
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Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. Nutella is unfortunately not vegan, but I haven’t had the time to find a chocolate hazelnut butter spread, either! Definitely will be on the lookout for one! 😀

  2. As much as I love my sleep, I almost never skip breakfast! It’s way too important to me. I don’t usually go for the sweet breakfasts, but these would make an awesome snack!

  3. This sounds amazing!! I made my own Nutella once and it was terrible because I ate the whole batch in two days. I haven’t dared to make it since!

  4. The big thing for me was giving up Diet Coke. Whaaat did I get myself into? (It actually hasn’t been that bad. Thank goodness.)

  5. I used to skip breakfast back when I was a much younger version of myself. In my head, that was a way to be healthy since it was just less calories. Oh, I was so confused back then when it came to eating right. Speaking of eating right, I need to eat these Nutella bites right now! Nutella (and hazelnuts) are dangerous around our house…they’re so darned good! (Why do hazelnuts get the shaft when compared to other nuts??) Anyways, love these bites, mate. And since you can’t eat them right now, just send ’em my way. I’ll eat ’em all for you!

    1. Right? Hazelnuts are the ugly stepchild of nuts…but shouldn’t be! Oh man, how much poor knowledge we had growing up!!

  6. Good thing I’m not doing the whole30 right now because these pictures would make me cheat and then I would have to start over lol. I would choose breakfast over sleep if I had these for breakfast because…. NUTELLA!