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Homemade nougat
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Homemade nougat

Soft and creamy nougat made with roasted nuts, caramelised sugar and dark chocolate. Well suited as confectionery, filling or a small sweet finish.

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25 min total
8 servings
Easy

Ingredients

servings
Units

  • Nougat

    • 5.3 oz Hazelnuts
    • 3.5 oz Sugar
    • 2 tbsp Water
    • 5.3 oz Dark chocolate
    • 1 knsp Salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toast the nuts

    1. Toast the hazelnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant and the skins loosen.
    2. Rub the nuts in a tea towel and let them cool slightly.
    5 min
    Pan
  2. 2

    Make the caramel

    1. Add sugar and water to a saucepan.
    2. Heat gently without stirring until the sugar has melted and turned golden.
    5 min
    Pot
  3. 3

    Blend nuts and caramel

    1. Add the nuts to a food processor and blend to a coarse paste.
    2. Add the caramel a little at a time and blend until smooth.
    5 min
    Food Processor
  4. 4

    Add the chocolate

    1. Melt the chocolate gently.
    2. Fold the chocolate and salt into the nut mixture, and blend briefly.
    5 min
    PotFood Processor
  5. 5

    Shape, cool and cut

    1. Pour the warm nougat mixture into a parchment-lined tin or small baking tray and smooth the surface.
    2. Let it cool and set for at least 1 hour at room temperature (or in the fridge), then cut into pieces.
    60 min
    BakingTin

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Details

Nutrition

Calories

180kcal

Protein

3g

Fat

14g

Carbs

10g

Serving Size

30g

Dietary

Allergens

Nødder

Serving

Suggestions

  • • Cut the nougat into small cubes and serve as confectionery

Side Pairings

  • • Chocolate

Dessert Pairings

  • • Ice cream

Storage

Fresh

  • • Duration: 14 days
  • • Temperature: 5°C
  • • Method: Store in an airtight container

Tips

Preparation

  • • Toast the nuts thoroughly for a deeper flavour

Cooking

  • • Keep an eye on the caramel – it should not get too dark

Serving

  • • Serve at room temperature for a soft consistency

Variations

Flavor

  • Use milk chocolate for a milder flavour

Health

  • Reduce the sugar slightly for less sweetness

Method

  • Can also be made without a food processor using a stick blender

Toppings

  • Sprinkle finely chopped nuts on top

Author

C

Camilla

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Author

C

Camilla