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baci perugina on a cooling rack with each topped with a hazelnut

Homemade Baci Perugina - Italian Nutella Hazelnut Chocolates (vegan, dairy-free)

Author Erin Dooner
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 18
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
This homemade Baci Perugina is Italian Nutella hazelnut candy that only takes a few minutes to make! It's easy to make vegan and dairy-free and is naturally gluten-free.

Ingredients

  • 100 grams semi-sweet chocolate for dairy-free and / or vegan, use Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons (20 grams) coconut oil
  • 100 grams chopped and roasted hazelnuts
  • 100 grams Nutella or homemade Nutella for a dairy-free and vegan version
  • 14 - 18 hazelnuts
  • 120 grams semi-sweet chocolate chocolate

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the 100 grams of chocolate and coconut oil.
    100 grams semi-sweet chocolate, 1 1/2 tablespoons (20 grams) coconut oil
  • Take off of the heat and add the chopped hazelnuts and Nutella. Place in the freezer for about 20 minutes or until firm enough to roll into balls.
    100 grams chopped and roasted hazelnuts, 100 grams Nutella
  • Roll into 1" balls (or whatever size you like), add a hazelnut on top, press down and place back into the freezer for a few minutes to harden a little again.
    14 - 18 hazelnuts
  • Meanwhile, melt the remaining 120 grams of chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
    120 grams semi-sweet chocolate chocolate
  • When melted, take the pan with the chocolate off the heat, take the chocolate balls out of the freezer, and dip in the melted chocolate. Place the coated balls on a Silpat or cooling rack to harden, about 1 hour. Store at room temperature for up to a week.

Notes

  • The nutrition information provided is calculated as a courtesy and is only an estimate. I am not a licensed nutritionist or dietitian. For the most accurate nutritional data, consult a professional or use your preferred calculator.
  • Adapted from Misya.

Nutrition

Calories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 137mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mgNet Carbs: 9
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