5 Romantic Hazelnut Recipes for Valentine's Day

Romantic Valentine’s Recipes

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and what better way to show your love than by whipping up some delicious, romantic hazelnut treats for your significant other. Hazelnuts are a rich and nutty ingredient that add depth and flavor to any dish. Here are some of our favorite hazelnut recipes to help you celebrate the day of love.

Hazelnut Truffles Recipe

These melt-in-your-mouth treats are easy to make and perfect for a romantic evening at home. Simply mix melted chocolate with hazelnut spread, form into small balls, and roll in chopped hazelnuts.

Ingredients:

8 oz dark chocolate, chopped

1/2 cup hazelnut spread (such as Nutella)

1/4 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chopped King Fresh Hazelnuts

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, heat the hazelnut spread and heavy cream over low heat until combined.

Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir until smooth.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and roll between your palms to make smooth.

Place the chopped hazelnuts on a plate. Roll each truffle in the hazelnuts to coat.

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Serve at room temperature.

Enjoy your delicious, creamy, and nutty hazelnut truffles! These truffles make a perfect gift or treat for any occasion, especially Valentine's Day.

Hazelnut Praline French Toast Recipe

Start the day off right with a decadent breakfast. Dip slices of bread in a mixture of eggs, milk, and vanilla, then cook in a pan. Top with a generous drizzle of hazelnut praline sauce and a dollop of whipped cream.

Ingredients:

4 slices of bread

2 eggs

1/2 cup milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 tsp cinnamon

2 tbsp butter

1/2 cup King Fresh Hazelnuts, chopped

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup heavy cream

Whipped cream and syrup, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.

Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the coated bread slices and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

In a separate saucepan, combine the chopped hazelnuts, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

Serve the French toast with a generous drizzle of the hazelnut praline sauce and a dollop of whipped cream and syrup, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious, nutty, and sweet Hazelnut Praline French Toast! This dish is perfect for a special breakfast or brunch, especially on Valentine's Day.

Hazelnut Crusted Chicken Recipe

This elegant dish is sure to impress your special someone. Coat chicken breasts in a mixture of breadcrumbs, chopped hazelnuts, and herbs, then bake until crispy. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

4 boneless chicken breasts

1/2 cup flour

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

2 eggs, beaten

1 cup breadcrumbs

1 cup chopped King Fresh Hazelnuts

1 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp dried rosemary

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1 tbsp olive oil

Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper.

In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.

In a third shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs, chopped hazelnuts, thyme, rosemary, and garlic powder.

Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally into the hazelnut breadcrumb mixture, making sure to coat well.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Transfer the chicken breasts to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Serve the chicken with lemon wedges, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious, nutty, and juicy Hazelnut Crusted Chicken! This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner or a weeknight meal, especially on Valentine's Day.

Hazelnut Meringue Kisses Recipe

End the meal on a sweet note with these light and fluffy meringue kisses. Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold in hazelnut flour and a touch of sugar. Pipe onto a baking sheet and bake until crisp.

Ingredients:

3 egg whites

1/4 tsp cream of tartar

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup finely chopped King Fresh Hazelnuts

Food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 200°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.

Gradually add the sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites. Beat until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form.

Fold in the vanilla extract and chopped hazelnuts. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to tint the meringue kisses.

Using a piping bag fitted with a large star tip, pipe the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet into 2-inch kisses.

Bake the meringue kisses in the oven for 1 hour, or until they are crisp on the outside and dry on the inside.

Turn off the oven and let the meringue kisses cool completely inside the oven, with the door closed.

Once cooled, store the meringue kisses in an airtight container.

Enjoy your delicious, light, and nutty Hazelnut Meringue Kisses! These kisses make a perfect gift or treat for any occasion, especially Valentine's Day.

Hazelnut Creme Brulee Recipe

This classic dessert gets a hazelnut twist with the addition of hazelnut liqueur. Mix heavy cream, sugar, egg yolks, and hazelnut liqueur, then pour into ramekins and bake until set. Sprinkle with sugar and caramelize with a kitchen torch.

Ingredients:

2 cups heavy cream

1/2 cup King Fresh Hazelnuts, chopped

1/2 cup granulated sugar

6 egg yolks

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 tsp salt

Additional granulated sugar, for topping

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 300°F.

In a saucepan, bring the heavy cream and chopped hazelnuts to a boil over medium heat. Remove from heat and let it steep for 30 minutes.

Strain the hazelnut-infused cream into a bowl and discard the hazelnuts.

In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add the hazelnut-infused cream, whisking constantly.

Pour the mixture into 4 ramekins or oven-safe dishes.

Place the ramekins into a baking dish and fill the dish with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.

Bake the creme brulee in the oven for 40-45 minutes, or until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature.

Sprinkle each creme brulee with a thin layer of granulated sugar. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp top. If you don't have a kitchen torch, place the ramekins under the broiler for a few minutes until the sugar caramelizes.

Chill the creme brulee in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Enjoy your rich, creamy, and nutty Hazelnut Creme Brulee! This classic dessert is a perfect end to a romantic dinner, especially on Valentine's Day.

Enjoy Your Valentine’s Day!

Whether you're cooking for a special someone or simply looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy hazelnuts, these romantic recipes are sure to make your Valentine's Day unforgettable. So, grab your apron and get ready to cook up some love.