Description
This homemade roasted hazelnut butter recipe delivers a creamy and flavorful spread made from freshly toasted hazelnuts, enhanced with a hint of vanilla and a touch of sea salt. Perfect for spreading on toast, adding to smoothies, or using in desserts, this natural nut butter is free from additives and preservatives.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 400 g raw hazelnuts
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 vanilla pod or ½ teaspoon vanilla powder
Instructions
- Roast the hazelnuts: Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Spread the raw hazelnuts evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until they are toasted and fragrant. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely for 30 minutes to prevent overheating the blender later.
- Remove the skins: Once cooled, rub the hazelnuts between your hands or in a clean kitchen towel to remove the papery skins. Most skins should come off easily, which improves the smoothness and taste of the butter.
- Blend initial: Place the skinned hazelnuts into a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend for about 3 to 4 minutes. At first, the nuts will break down into a coarse meal, then start to release oils and form a crumbly paste.
- Add flavors: Add the ¼ teaspoon of sea salt and either scrape the seeds from the vanilla pod or add the vanilla powder to the processed nuts for a subtle, aromatic flavor.
- Blend to finish: Continue blending for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until the mixture becomes a very runny, creamy hazelnut butter. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure uniform consistency.
- Store: Transfer the hazelnut butter into an airtight storage jar. Keep it at room temperature in a dark place for up to one week or refrigerate it for up to one month to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Using a high-speed blender or food processor is essential for achieving the smooth butter texture.
- If using a vanilla pod, scraping the seeds out will provide a richer authentic vanilla flavor than vanilla powder.
- Stir the nut butter occasionally if refrigerated, as natural oils may separate.
- This recipe contains no added sugar or oils, making it a healthy and natural alternative to store-bought nut butters.
