This spread combines the richness of salted caramel with the flavor of roasted hazelnuts, creating a smooth and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for topping ice cream, swirling into your creations, or simply enjoying by the spoonful!
Ingredients :
- 150g of roasted hazelnuts
- 150 g of sugar
- 50g of semi-salted butter
- 100 ml of full liquid cream
- 1 pinch of fleur de sel (optional)
Preparation :
- Prepare the hazelnuts.
If your hazelnuts aren't already roasted, spread them on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10 minutes. Let them cool, then rub them in a clean kitchen towel to remove the skins. Grind the hazelnuts in a food processor until you get a creamy paste (this may take a few minutes). - Prepare the caramel.
In a saucepan, heat the sugar over medium heat without stirring until it turns a golden caramel color. Be careful not to burn it. Once the caramel is ready, remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately add the butter, cut into pieces. Stir until the butter is fully incorporated. - Add the cream.
Return the saucepan to the heat and add the cream, stirring gently. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes to thoroughly combine the caramel sauce. - Remove from heat and stir in the hazelnut paste
. Add the hazelnut paste to the caramel and mix well to obtain a smooth spread. For an even more pronounced flavor, add a pinch of fleur de sel at the end. - Let it cool.
Transfer the spread to an airtight container and let it cool to room temperature. It will keep in the refrigerator for about a week. Before using, warm it slightly if it becomes too firm.
My Personal Tip:
This salted caramel and hazelnut spread is absolutely divine for swirling vanilla or chocolate ice cream with Ninja Creami. It's also perfect with crepes, waffles, or even as a filling for ice cream cookies. If you want an even more indulgent treat, try using it as a topping on a sundae of dried fruit ice cream—it's a real delight!
Here it is, a deliciously indulgent homemade salted caramel and hazelnut spread, ideal for enhancing all your Ninja Creami frozen creations and other desserts.
