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Candied Hazelnuts with Spicy Cinnamon and Cayenne Recipe

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  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 1 cup 1x

Description

These candied hazelnuts offer a delightful combination of sweet, spicy, and salty flavors with a crunchy texture, making them a perfect snack or topping for desserts and salads.

Ingredients

Scale

Hazelnuts

  • 1 cup hazelnuts

Spice and Sugar Mix

  • 1/2 cup confectioners sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for roasting the hazelnuts.
  2. Roast the hazelnuts: Place 1 cup of hazelnuts in an oven-safe dish and roast them for 20 minutes. Once roasted, transfer them to a clean kitchen towel and rub to remove as much of the hazelnut skins as possible to avoid bitterness.
  3. Soak and drain: Put the peeled hazelnuts in a bowl and cover them with water briefly to help remove any remaining skins. Then transfer them to a sieve and shake off the water thoroughly.
  4. Prepare the coating mixture: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup confectioners sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon Kosher salt to create a flavorful and balanced coating.
  5. Coat the hazelnuts: Add the drained hazelnuts to the sugar and spice mixture, tossing them until evenly coated. Then transfer the nuts back to a sieve and shake off the excess sugar mixture to prevent clumping.
  6. Bake the coated hazelnuts: Spread the coated hazelnuts evenly on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake them in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, watching carefully until the sugar caramelizes lightly and the nuts turn golden and fragrant.

Notes

  • Removing the skins from hazelnuts improves flavor and texture by reducing bitterness.
  • Be cautious not to overbake during the final caramelizing step to avoid burning the sugar.
  • These candied hazelnuts make excellent toppings for salads, ice cream, or can be enjoyed as a snack.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness for up to 2 weeks.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 32 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: candied hazelnuts, roasted hazelnuts, spiced nuts, sweet and spicy snack, caramelized hazelnuts

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