Nutella Stuffed Modak

Elevate your festive celebrations with these indulgent Nutella Stuffed Modaks—a modern twist on the traditional Indian sweet. Packed with the rich flavors of dates, roasted hazelnuts, and cocoa, each bite surprises you with a gooey Nutella center. Garnished with chopped hazelnuts for a delightful crunch, these guilt-free, no-sugar-added modaks offer the perfect balance of indulgence and nourishment. Serve them fresh or chilled for a firmer texture, and watch these treats become the highlight of your festive spread!

Ingredients:

1 cup pitted and soaked dates
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/2 cup roasted hazelnuts
1/4 cup Nutella (or as needed)
Chopped hazelnuts (for garnish)

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:
- In a blender, combine the soaked dates, roasted hazelnuts, and cocoa powder.
- Blend until the mixture forms a sticky, dough-like consistency that can be shaped easily.
Shape the Modak:
- Grease a Modak mould with a little oil to prevent sticking.
- Take a small portion of the blended mixture and press it into the mould, creating a hollow space in the center.
Stuff with Nutella:
- Add a small spoonful of Nutella into the hollow center of the Modak.
- Gently press more of the date mixture over the Nutella to seal it.
Finish and Garnish:
- Carefully open the mould and remove the modak. Repeat the process for the remaining mixture.
- Garnish each modak with chopped hazelnuts for added crunch and flavour.
Serve or Chill:
- Serve immediately for a soft texture, or chill in the refrigerator for a firmer bite.