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Hazelnut Nests

Hazelnut Nests are delightful treats combining chocolate and hazelnuts, perfect for any gathering or solo indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Base Mixture
  • 200 ml water about 0.85 cups
  • 200 g sugar about 1 cup
  • 150 g butter or margarine about 5.5 oz
  • 100 g chocolate about 3.5 oz
  • 150 g chopped hazelnuts about 5.3 oz
  • 250 g crushed biscuits about 9 oz
Decoration
  • 150 g coarsely chopped hazelnuts about 5.3 oz, for decoration
  • 150 g Nutella or other dark hazelnut spread about 5.3 oz

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a pot, bring the water and sugar to a boil. Stir well to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Once the sugar syrup is ready, add the butter and chocolate to the pot. Stir until everything melts together smoothly.
  3. Remove the pot from heat and fold in the chopped hazelnuts and crushed biscuits. Mix well so the dry ingredients are coated.
  4. Using a spoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and form small nests on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  5. Allow the nests to cool and harden at room temperature for at least one hour.
  6. Once set, place a teaspoon of Nutella in the center of each nest and sprinkle with coarsely chopped hazelnuts.

Notes

Customize by using different nuts or adding dried fruits. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.