Air Fryer Roasted Hazelnuts
Roasting hazelnuts in the air fryer is quick, mess-free, and gives you that perfect toasty crunch. All you need is a handful of raw hazelnuts and a little oil (if you want) for flavor and shine. It's faster than the oven, keeps your kitchen cool, and gives you nuts that are great for snacking or adding to salads, baking, or a small food processor for homemade nut butter.
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 209kcal
Ingredients
- 200 g raw hazelnuts 1.5 cups
- 1 tablespoon oil or butter optional
- pinch salt optional
Instructions
- If you’re using oil, butter or seasonings, begin by coating the hazelnuts with the oil or butter in a mixing bowl.1 tablespoon oil or butter
- Preheat your air fryer to 300°F/150°C
- When the air fryer is ready, add the hazelnuts in a single layer to the air fryer basket, and air fry for 12 minutes.200 g raw hazelnuts
- Halfway through the cooking time, stir the hazelnuts and check how toasted they are. Adjust the remaining time by reducing it if needed.
- Allow your roasted hazelnuts to cool before peeling them.
How to Remove Roasted Hazelnut Skins:
- Once the hazelnuts have cooled to touch, rub them between your fingers to remove the skins, or rub them with a paper towel.
- Some skins may be a bit stubborn to remove. If I’m struggling with one I just let it be and move on.
- You can also wrap them in a kitchen towel and let them sit for a minute or two before rubbing them in the towel. They seem to loosen easier with the steam created in the towel.
- Once the skins are removed, sprinkle with a pinch or two of sea salt if desired, and enjoy!pinch salt
Notes
- Watch them: Hazelnuts toast fast - keep an eye on them, especially the last few minutes.
- No over-crowding: Don’t overcrowd the basket - air circulation is key for even roasting. One even layer is perfect, and it's okay if they're touching.
- Skin: If some hazelnuts are still wearing their skins after rubbing, that’s totally fine - they’re still tasty!
- Flavor Boost: Want a flavor boost? Add a sprinkle of cinnamon, pepper, or a drizzle of honey after roasting. See below for some flavor options.
Storage instructions
- Room temp: Let the nuts cool completely, and then store them in an air-tight container in your pantry for up to 2 weeks.
- Refrigerator: Store in the fridge if your kitchen runs warm - they’ll stay fresh longer.
- Freezer bag: Freeze in a sealed freezer bag for up to 3 months. Great for batch roasting!
- Keep them dry: Make sure the nuts are fully cooled before storing to avoid moisture and sogginess.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg