Best 3 Caramel Dipped Hazelnuts Recipes

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Do you love the combination of sweet and salty? If so, then you'll love caramel dipped hazelnuts. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion and can be enjoyed as a snack, party favor, or even as a gift. The combination of crunchy hazelnuts and sweet, gooey caramel is irresistible, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create this delicious treat in the comfort of your own home. So what are you waiting for? Let's get started!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL-DIPPED HAZELNUTS



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Use these as toppers for our Candied-Hazelnut Cupcakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Nuts & Seeds

Yield Makes enough for 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 3

24 hazelnuts, toasted and skinned
3 cups sugar
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Gently insert pointed end of a long wooden skewer into the side of each hazelnut. Place a cutting board along the edge of a countertop; place newspaper on the floor,directly under cutting board.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Heat sugar and the water in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and syrup is clear. Stop stirring; cook until syrup comes to a boil, washing down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush to prevent crystals from forming. Continue to boil, gently swirling occasionally, until medium amber. Plunge pan into ice bath to stop the cooking; let stand until thickened, about 10 minutes. (To test: Dip a skewer in caramel and lift a few inches; if a thick drip slowly forms and holds a string, the caramel is ready.)
  • Dip a skewered hazelnut into caramel, letting excess drip back into pan. When dripping syrup becomes a thin string, secure opposite end of skewer under cutting board. Repeat with remaining hazelnuts. (If caramel hardens before all hazelnuts have been dipped, rewarm it over low heat.) Let stand until caramel string has hardened, about 5 minutes; break each string to desired length. Carefully remove skewers. Candied hazelnuts should be used the same day; store, uncovered, at room temperature until ready to serve cupcakes.

CARAMEL-DIPPED HAZELNUTS



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Categories     Side     Hazelnut     Pastry     Boil

Yield makes enough for 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 3

24 hazelnuts, toasted and skinned (see page 323)
3 cups sugar
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Gently insert pointed end of a long wooden skewer into the side of each hazelnut. Place a cutting board along the edge of a counter-top; place newspaper on the floor, directly under cutting board.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Heat sugar and the water in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and syrup is clear. Stop stirring; cook until syrup comes to a boil, washing down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush to prevent crystals from forming. Continue to boil, gently swirling occasionally, until medium amber. Plunge pan into ice bath to stop the cooking; let stand until thickened, about 10 minutes. (To test: Dip a skewer in caramel and lift a few inches; if a thick drip slowly forms and holds a string, the caramel is ready.)
  • Dip a skewered hazelnut into caramel, letting excess drip back into pan. When dripping syrup becomes a thin string, secure opposite end of skewer under cutting board. Repeat with remaining hazelnuts. (If caramel hardens before all hazelnuts have been dipped, rewarm it over low heat.) Let stand until caramel string has hardened, about 5 minutes; break each string to desired length. Carefully remove skewers. Candied hazelnuts should be used the same day; store, uncovered, at room temperature until ready to serve cupcakes.

CARAMEL-DIPPED HAZELNUTS (MARTHA STEWART)



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http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/caramel-dipped-hazelnuts This recipe is from "Martha Stewart's Cupcakes."

Provided by malinda sargent

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 3

24 hazelnuts, toasted and skinned
3 cups sugar
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • 1. Gently insert pointed end of a long wooden skewer into the side of each hazelnut. Place a cutting board along the edge of a countertop; place newspaper on the floor, directly under cutting board. Prepare an ice-water bath. Heat sugar and the water in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and syrup is clear. Stop stirring; cook until syrup comes to a boil, washing down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush to prevent crystals from forming. Continue to boil, gently swirling occasionally, until medium amber. Plunge pan into ice bath to stop the cooking; let stand until thickened, about 10 minutes. (To test: Dip a skewer in caramel and lift a few inches; if a thick drip slowly forms and holds a string, the caramel is ready.) Dip a skewered hazelnut into caramel, letting excess drip back into pan. When dripping syrup becomes a thin string, secure opposite end of skewer under cutting board. Repeat with remaining hazelnuts. (If caramel hardens before all hazelnuts have been dipped, rewarm it over low heat.) Let stand until caramel string has hardened, about 5 minutes; break each string to desired length. Carefully remove skewers. Candied hazelnuts should be used the same day; store, uncovered, at room temperature until ready to serve cupcakes.

Tips:

  • To make sure the caramel coating is smooth and shiny, use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the sugar syrup. The ideal temperature is 300°F (149°C).
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the temperature of the sugar syrup by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the syrup forms a hard ball, it is ready.
  • To prevent the caramel from crystallizing, add a little bit of corn syrup or lemon juice to the sugar syrup.
  • Dip the hazelnuts in the caramel coating one at a time, using a fork or spoon. Make sure to coat the hazelnuts completely.
  • Place the coated hazelnuts on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and let them cool completely.
  • Store the caramel-dipped hazelnuts in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Caramel-dipped hazelnuts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a gift. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and crunchy snack that everyone will love.

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