Torrone, a traditional Italian nougat, has been delighting taste buds for centuries. Its soft yet chewy texture, coupled with the harmonious blend of sweet and nutty flavors, makes it a staple during festive seasons and special occasions.
This is my cheats Chocolate and Hazelnut Torrone. a simplified version of the ever-delicious and popular Torrone. Picture this: layers of velvety chocolate interwoven with the crunch of roasted hazelnuts, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds.
It is the perfect holiday treat that you can share with the whole family. Slice them into bite-size pieces and give them away as lovely gifts for Christmas.
Chocolate and Hazelnut Torrone
Ingredients for Chocolate and Hazelnut Torrone
1 1/2 cups hazelnuts, roasted
2 x 180g dark chocolate, melted
1 1/4 cups nutella
1 tsp vanilla
pinch of sea salt (optional)
Method
Preheat the oven to 180c/350f. Pour hazelnuts onto a baking tray and bake for 5-10 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. Prepare a loaf pan with baking paper and set aside. This will be easier to remove the torrone once set.
In a large bowl all the dark chocolate and place in the microwave to melt completely. Once completely melted, add Nutella, hazelnuts, vanilla, and sea salt. Give it a generous stir to completely coat all the hazelnuts and that the other ingredients have been incorporated well.
Carefully pour into a lined loaf pan and run a spatula over the top to flatten and cover with plastic wrap. Place it into the fridge to set completely, for roughly 2 hours or overnight.
Allow the torrone to come to room temperature before slicing. This is to ensure that you get even slices when cutting and that it does not crumble.
Buon Appetito!