Garnishes and Sauces

Hazelnut Peanut Spread

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw hazelnuts
• 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
• Small pinch of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Directions

1. Toast the hazelnuts: spread on a baking sheet and roast at 350°F for 8-12 minutes until fragrant and the skins start loosening. Let cool slightly.
2. Remove skins: rub the warm nuts in a clean kitchen towel to remove as much skin as possible.
3. Process the hazelnuts in a food processor for 2-4 minutes until they form a smooth, creamy butter.
4. With the processor running, add the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla. Then add the peanut butter gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
5. Taste and adjust sweetness, or add more cocoa for deeper chocolate flavor.

Notes

• This makes a hazelnut-peanut hybrid spread with a slightly different flavor profile than traditional Nutella.
• Peanut butter is thicker than oil, so you might need slightly less. Start with 1 tablespoon and add more if needed.
• The result will be a bit thicker and more substantial than traditional Nutella.