Ingredients
Ingredients
- 300 grams Raw Hazelnuts (skin on or off)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for roasting the hazelnuts which enhances their flavor and aroma.
- Roast Hazelnuts: Spread the raw hazelnuts evenly on a large baking tray and roast in the oven for 8 to 12 minutes until their skins darken and the nuts emit a fragrant, golden aroma. Remove and place them on a cooling rack for 5 minutes.
- Peel Hazelnuts (if needed): If your hazelnuts have skins, transfer them in small batches into a clean kitchen towel. Vigorously rub to remove the skins. Separate the peeled nuts from the skin and discard the skins. Repeat until all hazelnuts are peeled.
- Blend Hazelnuts: Place the peeled hazelnuts into a food processor bowl. Blend on medium to high speed; the nuts will first become crumbs then start releasing oil, turning into a creamy liquid. This can take 5 to 10 minutes depending on your processor and desired texture. Scrape the sides and bottom periodically for even blending.
- Store: Transfer the hazelnut butter into a clean jar or airtight container. Refrigerate and use within one month to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Roast hazelnuts carefully as over-roasting can lead to a burnt flavor. A golden brown color and fragrant smell are ideal indicators.
- Peeling is optional but removes the slightly bitter skin for a smoother butter.
- Blending time varies; a powerful processor will need less time to turn nuts into butter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Nut Butter
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
