BETTER THAN NUTELLA (CHOCOLATE-HAZELNUT SPREAD)

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Better Than Nutella (Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread) image

Provided by Melissa Hamilton

Categories     Sauce     Chocolate     Dessert     Valentine's Day     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Low Sodium     Low Cholesterol     Edible Gift     Hazelnut     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups (heaping) hazelnuts, preferably skinned (about 10 ounces)
1/4 cup sugar
1 pound semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1" pieces, room temperature
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Special Equipment
Four clean 8-ounce jars

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread out nuts on a rimmed baking sheet or in an ovenproof skillet. Roast, shaking sheet once for even toasting, until deep brown, 13-15 minutes. Let cool completely. (If nuts have skins, rub them in a kitchen towel to remove.)
  • Grind hazelnuts and sugar in a food processor until a fairly smooth, buttery paste forms, about 1 minute.
  • Place chocolate in a medium metal bowl. Set bowl over a large saucepan of simmering water; stir often until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove bowl from over saucepan; add butter and whisk until completely incorporated. Whisk in cream and salt, then hazelnut paste.
  • Pour gianduja into jars, dividing equally. Let cool. (Gianduja will thicken and become soft and peanut butter- like as it cools.) Screw on lids. DO AHEAD: Gianduja can be made up to 4 weeks ahead; keep chilled. Let stand at room temperature for 4 hours to soften. Can stand at room temperature up to 4 days.

Astriano Castellon
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Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe.


Ree Naa
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The spread didn't turn out as smooth as I would have liked.


Vincent Murimi
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I found the spread to be a little bit too oily.


Alexander Ameh
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This spread is a bit too sweet for my taste.


Jeanette Nosi
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I'm going to try making this spread with different nuts, like almonds or pistachios.


Nasteexo Abdirahman
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I added a little bit of salt to the spread and it really brought out the flavor of the chocolate and hazelnuts.


Robert Wendy
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This spread is a great way to use up leftover hazelnuts.


LUQMAN Rind
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good chocolate hazelnut spread recipe for a long time.


kristopher fiallos
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This spread is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack. I love it on toast or waffles.


Kmi
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate hazelnut spread, but this one is really good. It's not too sweet and the hazelnut flavor is really nice.


Rebecca Byles
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This spread is so easy to make. I had it ready in just a few minutes.


Imran ali Zeeshan
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I love that this spread is made with all-natural ingredients. I feel good about giving it to my kids.


Momoh Alpha
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This is the best chocolate hazelnut spread I've ever had.


Herman Tabel
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I made this spread last night and it was a hit! My kids loved it and so did I. It's so smooth and creamy, and the chocolate and hazelnut flavors are perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Omar Alhroub
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This chocolate hazelnut spread is amazing! It's so rich and flavorful, and it's perfect for spreading on toast, waffles, or pancakes. I love that it's made with all-natural ingredients, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again a