Hazelnut Flour

• Making gluten-free baked goods: Hazelnut flour is a popular alternative to wheat flour for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. It can be used to create cakes, cookies, breads, and muffins with a distinctive nutty flavor. - Adding texture and flavor to crusts and toppings: Incorporating hazelnut flour into pie crusts, crumble toppings, or breadcrumbs provides a delightful crunch and nutty taste. - Thickening sauces and soups: A small amount of hazelnut flour can be used as a natural thickener for sauces, soups, and stews, adding a subtle nutty note. - Creating delicious desserts like macarons and frangipane: Hazelnut flour is a key ingredient in many classic desserts, such as French macarons, where it contributes to the delicate texture and flavor, and frangipane, a sweet almond (or hazelnut) cream used in tarts and pastries. - Enriching pancakes and waffles: Substituting a portion of all-purpose flour with hazelnut flour in pancake or waffle batter enhances the flavor and adds a subtle nutty aroma and a slightly denser texture. - Making homemade pasta: Adding hazelnut flour to pasta dough can create a unique and flavorful pasta with a slightly nutty taste.

• May support heart health due to its healthy fats and antioxidants.
• Excellent source of manganese, contributing to bone health and metabolism.
• Rich in vitamin E, which acts as an antioxidant protecting cells from damage.
• Provides dietary fiber, promoting digestive health and regularity.
• Gluten-free alternative for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
• May help regulate blood sugar levels due to its low glycemic index.

Hazelnut flour is high in oil content and can go rancid quickly if not stored properly. For short-term storage (a few weeks), keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. For longer-term storage (several months), it's best to refrigerate or freeze hazelnut flour in an airtight container or freezer bag. This will help maintain its freshness and prevent the oils from turning rancid. Bring to room temperature before using for best results.