Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

hazelnuts

toasted

0.5 cup

sugar

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

ground

0.25 tsp

freshly grated nutmeg

0.25 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

ground allspice

1 tbsp

egg white

lightly beaten

1 cup

whole blanched almonds

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350F (175C).

Step 2
~3 min

Toast hazelnuts in a shallow baking pan for 10-15 minutes, until lightly golden and skins blister.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Wrap toasted hazelnuts in a kitchen towel for 1-2 minutes to steam.

Step 4
~3 min

Rub the hazelnuts in the towel to remove loose skins. Some skins may remain.

Step 5
~3 min

Cool nuts completely.

Step 6
~3 min

Reduce oven temperature to 325F (160C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~3 min

In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.

Step 8
~3 min

In a small bowl, whisk egg white until foamy.

Step 9
~3 min

Add hazelnuts and almonds to the foamy egg white and toss to coat.

Step 10
~3 min

Transfer the coated nuts to the sugar mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Step 11
~3 min

Arrange the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~3 min

Bake for 20-25 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until golden brown.

Step 13
~3 min

Cool the nuts completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a deeper flavor, toast the spices lightly before adding to the sugar.

Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cinnamon and spice)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a snack or appetizer.

Offer with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheese
Dried fruit

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common holiday snack

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Parties

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Snack Time

Popularity Score

75/100