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Easy homemade praline paste recipe (hazelnuts and almonds)

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Praline is a semi-liquid paste made from caramelized and ground nuts (almonds, hazelnuts). It is used in many pastries, notably to make praline crunch. It is used as a filling, as a spread, or for flavoring creams, etc., and in a number of pastries, in particular to prepare praline crunch.
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Course: Basic recipe
Cuisine: French
Author: Rachida

INGREDIENTS 

  • You can use almonds only hazelnuts only, or a 50/50 mix.
  • 250 g (8.8 oz) almonds
  • 250 g (8.8 oz) hazelnuts
  • 400 g (14 oz) granulated sugar
  • 25 g (0.9 oz) butter (1 tablespoon)

PREPARATION

  • Roast the almonds and hazelnuts at 150°C (300°F) for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Place the sugar and butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  • Allow to caramelize, stirring occasionally. Once you achieve a good caramel, neither too light nor too dark, it should be slightly darker than the following photos, until it reaches the desired color.
  • Pour in the almonds and hazelnuts and mix well.
  • Pour onto marble and leave to cool. Do not touch with your hands, as it is very hot.
  • Then place it on a large sheet of parchment paper and, using a rolling pin wrapped in plastic wrap, crush it lightly.
  • This step makes the blender's or food processor's work easier. If you have a mortar, now is the time to use it.
  • Blend until you achieve a smooth, liquid paste.
  • Let your blender or food processor cool down from time to time and do something else while you wait.
  • Keep the praline for your next cake creations. Don't leave it within reach of children, as they might empty the jar with a spoon!
  • You can store it for up to 6 months in an airtight jar.
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