Receta

Hazelnut pralines are the ultimate indulgence—rich caramel wrapped around toasted hazelnuts, with a smooth chocolate coating that melts in your mouth. These bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday gifting, dessert platters, or a cozy night in. They’re surprisingly simple to make at home, and the result feels luxurious.

The key to perfect pralines is evenly chopped hazelnuts for texture and a silky caramel that coats every piece. A tool like the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater helps with quick, uniform nut prep so you can focus on the fun part: rolling and dipping!

🍫Ingredients (Makes about 20 pralines)

1 cup whole hazelnuts

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup water

2 tbsp unsalted butter

½ tsp vanilla extract

¼ tsp salt

8 oz dark or milk chocolate (for coating)

Optional: sea salt flakes for finishing

🌰Step-by-Step: Hazelnut Pralines in 4 Steps

Toast the Hazelnuts

Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast until fragrant and lightly golden. Rub them in a towel to remove most of the skins, then let cool.

Make the Caramel

In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, then stop stirring and let it bubble until it turns amber. Remove from heat and stir in butter, vanilla, and salt.

Coat the Nuts

Use the cheese shredder hand crank with the crushing blade to quickly grind the toasted hazelnuts into coarse, even pieces. Fold the chopped nuts into the warm caramel until fully coated. Drop spoonfuls onto parchment paper to form small clusters. Let cool completely until hardened.

Dip in Chocolate

Melt chocolate in a double boiler or microwave. Dip each cooled caramel cluster into the chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place on parchment and sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Let set until firm.

🍬Tips & Variations

Nut Swap – Try almonds or pistachios for a different twist.

Spicy Kick – Add a pinch of cayenne to the caramel for subtle heat.

Gift Idea – Wrap in cellophane bags with ribbon for holiday presents.

Make-Ahead – Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

🍂Conclusion: Your New Holiday Favorite

Hazelnut pralines are pure joy—sweet, nutty, and impossibly elegant. With the cheese slicer making prep a breeze, you’ll have more time to enjoy every delicious bite.