Hazelnuts have a long history for their rich taste and flawless contribution to delectable desserts. Here at Piping Rock we offer these classic nuts that provide the following for you:
- Versatile ingredient for cooking various dishes
- Full of yummy nutrients
- Bold, nutty flavor
What are Hazelnuts?
Hazelnuts probably bring to mind that rich, creamy chocolate spread known as Nutella…and if they didn’t, we’re sorry you may now be craving it. These nuts, also known as filberts, are actually way more than a sugary spread--they have a lot of beneficial properties. Hazelnuts are grown on nut-producing shrubs that can grow to be up to 18 feet in height and 12 feet wide. The shrubs can be found growing in North America, Italy and Turkey. In fact, Oregon is the largest state in the United States that produces the nut.
Now let’s talk health. Hazelnuts are known for their beneficial nutrients such as protein, monounsaturated fats, thiamine and vitamin B-6. The nuts have long been seen as a heart-healthy snack choice, too. Scientific evidence suggests but does not prove that eating 1.5 ounces per day of most nuts, such as hazelnuts, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease. See nutrition information for fat content.
Fun Fact: The hazelnut became Oregon’s official State Nut in 1989.
Hazelnut Products
Hazelnuts are versatile and you can find them mixed in chocolate, roasted for a coffee blend, cooked with for a nutty seasoning or our favorite…eaten raw! Here at Piping Rock we sell hazelnuts in bulk so you can choose your own way to consume these delectable nuts.
Ways to Enjoy Hazelnuts
There are so many ways to enjoy this much loved nut. To name a few, you can make your own homemade hazelnut spread (chocolate optional, though encouraged), bake up some hazelnut cookies, make a hazelnut hummus…and the list can go on. Able to be sweet or savory, you’re the master of creation with this nut!
