Nitrate & Nitrite Free Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Clusters
Crunchy, glossy, and just a little bit fancy, these chocolate hazelnut clusters are the kind of treat that disappears fast. Toasting the hazelnuts first is the real secret — it deepens their flavor and gives every bite that satisfying snap beneath the dark chocolate shell. A whisper of cinnamon stirred into the melted chocolate adds warmth without overpowering, and the flaky sea salt on top makes the whole thing feel like something from a boutique confectionery. For anyone navigating processed meat and cured food concerns, sweets can actually be one of the trickier categories — many packaged chocolates and candy bars sneak in additives you'd never expect. This recipe keeps things clean with just four straightforward ingredients: raw hazelnuts, high-cacao dark chocolate, cinnamon, and sea salt. Nothing cured, nothing preserved, nothing you can't pronounce. The double-boiler method keeps the chocolate silky and smooth without scorching, and the whole process is genuinely relaxed and low-pressure. Once they're set and tucked into an airtight container, you've got a rich, indulgent snack that's entirely on your terms.
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12 servings
- 1 ½ cups raw hazelnuts
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), roughly chopped
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the hazelnuts in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and toast for 10–12 minutes, until the skins are cracked and the nuts are fragrant and golden beneath the skin.
- 2
Transfer the hot hazelnuts onto a clean kitchen towel, fold the towel over them, and rub vigorously for about 1 minute to remove most of the skins. Let the nuts cool for 5 minutes.
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