30 Irresistible Hazelnut and Hazelnut Cream Desserts You Need to Try
Discover 30 irresistible hazelnut and hazelnut cream recipes, from flaky croissants to no-bake truffles and rich cheesecakes. Whether you crave quick treats or elegant desserts, this collection has something for every occasion. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate chocolate-hazelnut delights!
Hazelnuts and hazelnut cream are the ultimate indulgence for dessert lovers. Whether you enjoy the rich, nutty crunch of whole hazelnuts or the velvety smoothness of hazelnut cream, these versatile ingredients add depth and decadence to countless sweet treats. From no-bake truffles to flaky puff pastry delights, hazelnuts shine in everything from traditional European pastries to modern no-fuss desserts.
In this collection, you’ll discover 30 incredible recipes featuring hazelnuts and hazelnut cream in all their glory. Indulge in creamy hazelnut cheesecakes, flaky croissants, chocolate-filled dorayaki, and no-bake brownies that highlight the irresistible combination of chocolate and hazelnut. Whether you’re craving a quick treat like 3-ingredient cookies or something more elegant like a hazelnut tiramisu, this list has something for every occasion.
Get ready to explore a world of rich, nutty flavors—these hazelnut-infused desserts will become your new favorites!
To make these quick and easy bite-sized treats, you simply process the hazelnut wafers until fine, mix in the melted chocolate, then form into balls. Adding a whole hazelnut in the center gives you a crunchy (and tasty) surprise.
This chocolate nougat recipe is nutty and rich, and includes only three ingredients. Perfect for those who love the combination of nuts and chocolate, this chocolate nougat recipe makes a wonderful dessert or snack when you are craving something sweet.
These No-Bake Chocolate Ferrero Parfait Cups are delicious single-portions desserts that are very easy to prepare. A variation of the classic chocolate parfait made with whipping cream, hazelnut cream, milk chocolate and a base of crumbled chocolate biscuits.
Craving a quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious treat? Look no further than these 2-ingredient chocolate hazelnut clusters. With just two simple ingredients (dark chocolate and hazelnuts), you can whip up a batch of chewy, nutty delights in minutes.
This no-bake Batik cake is your passport to dessert heaven without even turning on the oven. Combining the rich taste of cocoa, the crunch of almonds and hazelnuts, and a silky chocolate finish, this recipe brings you a no-bake brownie alternative that’s simple, fast, and outrageously delicious.
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Kisses, a perfect homemade treat for Valentine's Day or any special occasion. These bite-sized delights combine creamy hazelnut spread, crunchy hazelnuts, and rich chocolate for an irresistible experience. Whether you're making them for a loved one or just treating yourself, this easy recipe will satisfy any chocolate craving!
Perfectly sweet, deeply cocoa-flavored, and loaded with hazelnuts, they’re your new favorite companion for coffee, tea, or even a sneaky midnight snack.
Indulge in the rich, decadent delight of our Chocolate Hazelnut Bundt Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion. This luscious cake, with its moist, chocolatey crumb and crunchy hazelnut bits, is ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet pick-me-up.
Candied hazelnuts are a classic sweet treat with a delicious smell that you can find in any fair. It is a crunchy treat that you should have during the holidays.
Creamy hazelnut liqueur is a creamy Nutella-based liqueur, also known as Nutellino, easy to make at home. This sweet and mouth-watering recipe will please even those who don't like alcohol: it's perfect to give all your guests a try, or to enjoy for a sweet break.
This Fluffy Hazelnut Sponge Cake is so easy to make, you have no excuse not to get baking. You simply mix all the ingredients together and get creative with your decoration—not only does it have a subtly sweet hazelnut flavor, but it also looks pretty. Definitely something you’d want to make for guests!
The apple and hazelnut cake is a soft and pleasantly savory dessert also known as "torta meneghina", a typical recipe of the Milan gastronomic tradition. This is a variant of the classic apple pie where finely chopped hazelnuts give a rich and aromatic flavor, while thinly sliced apples give moisture and fragrance.
Torta di nocciole is a hazelnut cake of the Italian tradition. Its secret lies in the main ingredient: hazelnuts are ground into flour and mixed with eggs and sugar, creating a soft and delicious dessert with a fragrant aroma. It's a very easy and fast recipe to make which requires only 3 ingredients, perfect to serve for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of hot tea.
Torta gianduia is a typical dessert of Piedmontese patisserie, a delicious and simple cake to prepare, perfect for chocolate and hazelnut lovers. This gluten-free recipe has a soft heart made with a chocolate sponge cake, a delicate icing on top and it's rich of crunchy hazelnuts. What are you waiting for?
The carrot and hazelnut cake is a particularly soft and fragrant dessert. Delicate and pleasantly moist, it exploits the natural sweetness of this vegetable to give a delicacy that tastes of home and family.
Kinder Bueno in a Glass is a super delicious dessert that both adults and children will love: it is not a spreadable cream, but a real dessert, also ideal as a delicious snack. In our recipe we have prepared the cream directly in single-serving glasses.
Invented in 1645, puff pastry is known for its intricate technique which not only demands a lot of time and effort, but also precision, Fortunately, these days we conveniently have access to store-bought puff pastry.
If there was ever a dessert that could make you feel like a pastry chef without actually needing the skills of one, it would be crêpe rolls filled with hazelnut cream. They’re delicate yet satisfying and so delicious that they might not even make it to the serving plate. With simple steps, you can whip up this golden crêpes with smooth hazelnut filling. This recipe works as a fantastic treat for any time of the day, dessert, breakfast, or even a cheeky midnight snack.
Made with only three ingredients—puff pastry, hazelnut spread, and melted butter. Serve them as a treat with coffee, or add ice cream and make it a full dessert. It’s so easy to make, and your guests will never know your secret!
For these 3-ingredient cookies, you will need all-purpose flour, hazelnut cream (like Nutella), and an egg. That’s all! Simply mix together the ingredients, form balls, and bake.
Dorayaki are soft and delicious Japanese desserts that became famous in the West thanks to Doraemon, the robot cat protagonist of the 1980s cartoon of the same name. Although their spongy consistency is reminiscent of sponge cake, dorayaki are often compared to American pancakes because of their shape, which however seems to have been inspired by a musical instrument: dora in Japanese means "gong".
These bicolor croissants are a spiral of regular croissant dough and chocolate dough for two colors and flavors. With a chocolate hazelnut filling, they make a decadent dessert anytime you need something sweet to finish a meal.
No-bake chocolate balls, often referred to as truffles, are a delicious dessert that requires no oven, yet delivers a phenomenal tasty treat that hits the sweet spot.
A pudding cake, traditionally a baked dessert with a custardy bottom and cake-like top, gets a modern, no-bake makeover in this recipe. No oven is needed and you only need three ingredients: hazelnut cream, agar-agar, and milk.
These stuffed donuts are soft, fluffy, and filled with rich hazelnut cream. Fried to golden perfection and coated in sugar, they are the ultimate sweet treat!
Double chocolate hazelnut butter cups are the famous chocolate sweets typical of the Piedmontese tradition, in Italy. They have a characteristic cube shape and are composed of three layers of chocolate: the outer ones are made of dark chocolate, while the central one is hazelnut flavored, melting and lighter.
These cookies feature a buttery cookie shell with a rich, molten hazelnut center. Perfect for dessert lovers, they’re easy to make and utterly irresistible!