Mexican Hot Chocolate Dusted Hazelnuts
Chocolate Dusted Hazelnuts are a great way to get your chocolate fix with less sugar plus the benefits of healthy fats, fiber, and protein in the nuts.
Servings: 4
Calories: 202kcal
Equipment
- Small stainless steel skillet
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 Tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 1 pinch cayenne optional
- 1 cup raw hazelnuts
Instructions
- Whisk together 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 Tablespoon powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 pinch cayenne (if using) in a small heatproof bowl or container, preferably with a secure lid. Set aside.
- Roast 1 cup raw hazelnuts in a medium skillet over medium heat, shaking or stirring frequently. When hazelnuts begin to brown and become fragrant, transfer to the container with the cocoa mixture.
- Stir or shake well until the nuts are coated (the cocoa mixture will adhere in a thin layer to the hot nuts, but there will be some of the cocoa mixture left over). Cool before eating.
Notes
Feel free to use almonds instead of hazelnuts, or omit cinnamon and cayenne if you wish.
Nutrition
Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg
