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    Salted Plains » Recipes » Cookies & Bars

    Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Bars

    Published: Nov 30, 2016 · Modified: Sep 9, 2017 by Tessa · This post may contain affiliate links · 23 Comments

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    Easy Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Bars are made from simple ingredients and naturally sweetened. Gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free.

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    I have yet to decorate for the holidays, but I'm happy to report that my kitchen has started the festivities in full force.

    Or, if you count the white string lights we left wrapped around the industrial piping that zig-zags back and forth across our ceiling, then we're already done.

    Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Bars Recipe (dairy-free, refined sugar-free) | saltedplains.comRoasted hazelnuts are one of my very favorite things to pull out of the oven.

    Their aroma and the shedding of their thin, wispy skins allow hazelnuts to transform into cookies, crisps, and other delectable baked goods.

    Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Bars Recipe (dairy-free, refined sugar-free) | saltedplains.comThese flourless chocolate hazelnut bars are an adaptation of my peanut butter chocolate chunk bars.

    By making your own chocolate hazelnut butter with roasted hazelnuts and cocoa powder, the butter is then whipped with eggs, honey, vanilla, and touches of sea salt to form a smooth and creamy batter.

    Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Bars Recipe (dairy-free, refined sugar-free) | saltedplains.com

    Rich and chocolatey, these grain-free bars are sweet but not too sweet. A perfect treat to kick off the holiday season.

    Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Bars Recipe (dairy-free, refined sugar-free) | saltedplains.com

    Love this recipe? Please consider leaving a 5-star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟rating on the recipe card below and let me know what you think in the comments!

    Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Bars

    Simple, wholesome ingredients that deliver an easy dessert full of chocolate-hazelnut flavor and free of gluten and dairy.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 25 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes
    Servings: 15 bars
    Calories: 314kcal
    Author: Tessa

    Ingredients

    Chocolate Hazelnut Butter

    • 1 lbs. raw unsalted hazelnuts about 3 cups
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt

    For the bars

    • ¾ cup honey
    • 2 large eggs room temperature
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 2 to 3 pinches sea salt
    • 1 ½ cups dark or semi-sweet dairy-free chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add the hazelnuts to a baking sheet. Roast for 11-12 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool a few minutes. Transfer the hazelnuts to a kitchen towel and rub as much of the skins off as possible. Set aside a handful of hazelnuts and transfer the rest to the bowl of a food processor or high speed blender.
    • Process until a butter begins to form, about 8 to 10 minutes, scraping down sides when needed. If you are having trouble with the butter forming, add a ½ teaspoon of melted coconut oil while the food processor is running. Add another if necessary. Once smooth and creamy, add cinnamon, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
    • Grease a 9x13 baking pan with coconut oil, then line with parchment paper so that it hangs over two sides.
    • In a medium bowl combine chocolate hazelnut butter, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer. Mix until smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add baking soda and salt and mix until combined. Fold in chocolate chips. Chop the hazelnuts that were set aside and sprinkle over the top.
    • Pour batter into prepared baking pan and bake about 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Due to the honey, the top will brown quickly. Cover with a piece of foil after about 25 minutes.
    • Allow to cool completely and then slice into bars.

    Notes

    Adapted from my Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Bars.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 217mg | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 42IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Angela

      February 05, 2019 at 9:57 am

      5 stars
      These look delicious ? I love the hazelnut and chocolate combination !

      Reply
    2. Lisa

      December 03, 2016 at 2:20 pm

      PS- I forgot to mention, I don't have a food processor so I used my vitamix to make the hazelnut butter. It wasn't smooth or creamy in the blender, but when I mixed it with the rest of the ingredients it became like brownie batter, nice and smooth. Also, I used maple syrup instead of honey and can't taste the maple flavor. They're just perfectly sweet.

      Reply
    3. Lisa

      December 03, 2016 at 2:13 pm

      These are perfection! I just made them and they are the absolute perfect brownie. Who knew you don't need flour to make brownies? I'm so grateful for your recipes as I've recently discovered a gluten sensitivity. Thank you! Whole family loves them.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 6:08 pm

        Aw, I am so glad, Lisa! That is great to hear.

        It is kind of surprising how the flourless batter whips into brownie magic! Thank you for sharing your notes about the blender and maple syrup - that is awesome! Have a wonderful week. <3

        Reply
    4. Bethany @ Athletic Avocado

      December 02, 2016 at 5:38 pm

      Oh. My. Gosh. Talk about perfection, these bars look perfect in every way, shape and form! Love chocolate and hazelnut together!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 6:11 pm

        Thank you, Bethany. Oh, me too. I've had to keep myself away lately - can't stop eating these! xo

        Reply
    5. Emily | Gather & Dine

      December 02, 2016 at 2:01 pm

      Baking over decorating is my priority too. ;) The chocolate hazelnut combo is probably my biggest weakness when it comes to sweets. I make a raw brownie version with ground hazelnuts and cocoa, but I love the idea of a soft chewy baked brownie. That last close-up shot- very very tempting!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 6:10 pm

        Haha, we have to prioritize the important things! ;) Your raw brownie version sounds amazing - I'm going to have to check that out! This combo is definitely a weakness of mine as well. <3

        Reply
    6. Aysegul Sanford

      December 02, 2016 at 10:03 am

      5 stars
      Oh my!! These are like nutella but healthier.. No?
      WOW! I am so making these. So YUM!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 6:05 pm

        Hehe, YES! Exactly! Protein-packed! ;) xo

        Reply
    7. Gerry Speirs

      December 02, 2016 at 9:47 am

      Such an awesome flavor combo. Great shots too :)

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 6:04 pm

        I will never tire of the chocolate-hazelnut combo. :) Thanks, Gerry!!

        Reply
    8. Claudia | The Brick Kitchen

      December 01, 2016 at 9:23 pm

      Hahah roasted hazelnuts smell amazing, but they're my least favourite thing to peel, even with the kitchen towel roll technique! Love the sound of these brownies - especially with the chocolate hazelnut butter and honey <3

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 5:53 pm

        Hahaha, I can totally understand that. This chocolate-hazelnut-honey combo is so addicting - I'm going to have to watch myself. ;) xoxo

        Reply
    9. Ashlea Christopher

      December 01, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      I just tried these yesterday and boy are they amazing!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 5:51 pm

        I'm so glad you liked them!!

        Reply
    10. traci | VanillaAndBean

      December 01, 2016 at 10:36 am

      Sounds like your decorations are a start(ish) lol! I hung a wreath and that's all I'm doing (hehe!!). You've reminded me, it's time to roast hazelnuts, if anything to make these scrumptious bars!! They look incredibly rich, fudgy and indulgent! Delicious work, Tessa! xo

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 5:50 pm

        Hahaha, indeed! I'm all for the year-round decorations. ;) Time to roast those hazelnuts, my friend!! xoxo

        Reply
    11. Katie

      December 01, 2016 at 9:06 am

      Yes, please.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 5:50 pm

        Wish I could bring you some. <3

        Reply
    12. Abby @ Heart of a Baker

      December 01, 2016 at 8:32 am

      Ohh girlfriend, you are talking my language with these! I have some homemade nutella in my fridge and I think it would do well swirled into these bars :)

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 05, 2016 at 5:49 pm

        Oh man, I think that sounds like an excellent idea! xoxo

        Reply
    13. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

      November 30, 2016 at 9:57 pm

      Wow Tessa! These bars look absolutely decadent. That last photo!! I wish I could just grab one! Getting these on the must bake list!

      Reply

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