Learn How to Roast Hazelnuts using 2 easy methods: in the oven and on the stove. Roast these versatile, buttery nuts to amplify their flavor and make them crunchy. Roasted hazelnuts make a healthy snack, crunchy topping, and can be ground into a rich baking flour.
Roast hazelnuts in skillet - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the hazelnuts to the hot skillet and toast in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan. Cook the hazelnuts and stir frequently. Keep a close eye to ensure the hazelnuts do not burn. Cook until lightly browned and toasted, about 5 minutes. Once toasted, remove from heat.
1 cup hazelnuts
Rub hazelnuts - Place a clean kitchen towel over a large mixing bowl and transfer the warm hazelnuts to the towel. Cover the nuts and allow them to steam for a couple of minutes. Rub the towel between your hands to create friction and loosen the skins from the nuts. Transfer the nuts in a single layer to a plate or baking sheet to cool and become crunchy.
Season and store - Season the hazelnuts with sea salt if desired and enjoy or store for future use.
Oven
Roast hazelnuts in oven - Heat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the hazelnuts in a single layer on the baking sheet with space between them. Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove from the oven and check on the nuts to ensure they don’t burn. If they need additional toasting, add the baking sheet back to the oven and continue to toast, checking every minute to ensure the nuts do not burn. Remove once the hazelnuts are lightly toasted.
Rub hazelnuts - Place a clean kitchen towel over a large mixing bowl and transfer the warm hazelnuts to the towel. Cover the nuts and allow them to steam for a couple of minutes. Rub the towel between your hands to create friction and loosen the skins from the nuts. Transfer the nuts in a single layer to a plate or baking sheet to cool and become crunchy.
Season and store - Season the hazelnuts with sea salt if desired and enjoy or store for future use.
kosher or sea salt
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Storage
Refrigerate leftover toasted hazelnuts in an air-tight container for up to 1 month for best results. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
Cooking Tips
If you are toasting hazelnuts in a pan, do not overcrowd the pan so they cook evenly.
Keep an eye on the hazelnuts and stir occasionally to make sure they don't burn.