Fuel-up with Cardamom Hazelnut Butter
Hazelnuts are rich in free radical-fighting antioxidants! Make a delicious and healthy Hazelnut Butter at Home in a few simple step
Author:Stefano MclaughlinReviewer:Karan EmeryDec 12, 2020266.6K Shares3.7M Views
This nut butter is my comfort food go-to! I enjoyed spreading chocolate hazelnut as a kid-less for the chocolate than the roast, nutty hazelnut flavor! Spreading a little hazelnut butter on a slice of toast as an adult comes very similar to my childhood memories of the Italian and Croatian pastries that we always had.
This hazelnut butter is the very definition of warmth, with the warming addition of cardamom!
Hazelnuts are an excellent snack, like most nuts, since they are a good source of healthy fats and contain protein and fiber, allowing for satiation and a balance of blood sugar. Hazelnuts are rich in antioxidants that kill free radicals and have a very high proanthocyanidin content, a polyphenol that is also present in red wine and chocolate.
In addition, studies have shown that hazelnuts may be effective in improving insulin sensitivity, may enhance certain biomarkers of cardiovascular risk, and increase beneficial HDL cholesterol while reducing harmful LDL.
A clinical trial recently published in Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity found that moderate hazelnut intake was excellent for health and did not appear to contribute to weight gain, while hazelnuts contain fats. Only in a nutshell? Go on and get nut-cracked!
Go Nutty!
Next-level your nut butter for a healthier version of that famous indulgent commercial spread with some cocoa powder, a splash or two of vanilla, and a little coconut sugar, or try subbing some of the hazelnuts for almonds for a slightly milder taste!
Ingredients
- 3 c hazelnuts
- 1 /2- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Roast the hazelnuts until fragrant in a 350 ° F oven, around 10-15 minutes.
- Load the nuts into a clean tea towel and rub vigorously to remove the meat. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- At intervals, add nuts to a high-speed blender, take breaks every few minutes to scrape down the sides, and make sure the machine does not overheat.
- Add cardamom and salt once blended to the perfect smoothness, and process for a few more seconds until combined. Move and refrigerate the hazelnut butter in a glass pan.
Stefano Mclaughlin
Author
Stefano Mclaughlin is a Psychologist focused on mental health, emotional well-being, and healthcare policy. He studied Psychology and Public Health at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, gaining a deep understanding of the intersection between mental health and public policy.
Stefano's mission is clear: he aims to destigmatize mental health discussions, improve access to mental healthcare, and promote emotional well-being for all. Drawing from personal experiences with anxiety and depression, Stefano shares real stories to make mental health topics more relatable and less intimidating.
In addition to his advocacy work, Stefano enjoys delving into books, experimenting in the kitchen, and embarking on new adventures. These hobbies fuel his creativity and inspire fresh perspectives for his advocacy work.
Karan Emery
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Committed to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes, Karan Emery continues to make significant contributions to the fields of health, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals.
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