November 23, 2024 · Written by Foodtolive Team
How to Roast and Peel Hazelnuts
Want to know how to make your own perfectly roasted hazelnuts at home? Whether you’re snacking, baking, or making nut butter, roasting and peeling hazelnuts is easy — and we’ll show you how to do it in just a few simple steps!
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup raw hazelnuts
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread hazelnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 12–15 minutes. Stir the hazelnuts occasionally to ensure even roasting and prevent burning. Watch closely during the last few minutes. Roasted hazelnuts should smell fragrant and turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Enjoy as is.
- To peel, transfer the warm hazelnuts to a clean kitchen towel. Rub them together to remove the skins. Don’t worry if a little skin remains — it adds rustic charm! If you need all the skins off, rub each hazelnut gently between your fingers.
- Use roasted hazelnuts for snacking, baking, nut butter, granola, desserts, and more.
- Store roasted hazelnuts in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 3 weeks, or refrigerate for up to 6 months.
Ideas for Using Roasted & Blanched Hazelnuts
- Snacking: Enjoy them as-is for a healthy, crunchy snack.
- Baking: Add to cookies, brownies, or crumble toppings.
- Homemade Nut Butter: Blend into creamy hazelnut butter.
- Hazelnut Spread: Make smooth, delicious hazelnut spread.
- Granola or Trail Mix: Mix with oats, seeds, and dried fruits.
- Savory Dishes: Chop and sprinkle over salads, roasted vegetables, or pasta.
- Desserts: Use as a topping for ice cream or blend into decadent hazelnut praline.
