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Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

A simple and delicious dark chocolate hazelnut spread perfect for your favorite fruit, pancakes, waffles, bread, and more. It has been a staple in my pantry. I hope you enjoy the recipe as much as we do.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • 3 cups mason jar
  • Stainless Steel Double Boiler Pot
  • Spatulas

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups roasted whole hazelnuts unsalted
  • 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips I recommend using 70% dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions
 

  • Add roasted hazelnuts to a food processor and process until creamy and smooth, about 8-10 minutes total, scraping down sides as needed.
  • While the hazelnuts are in the food processor, heat the chocolate over a double-boiler pot. Reserve for later. 
  • Once hazelnuts are creamy and smooth, add melted chocolate slowly, and salt
  • Taste and adjust salt as needed.
  • Transfer to a jar and store at room temperature for everyday use. 

Notes

The dark chocolate hazelnut spread will become dense over time. You can serve in a small bowl what you are eating and microwave for 15 to 20 seconds. Perfect to put on top of waffles or pancakes and eat with any fruit of your choice. 
Keyword Dark Chocolate, Hazelnuts, Nuts, Spread