2tablespoonsvegetable oil, sunflower, canola or grapeseed
½teaspoonvanilla extract
pinchof salt flakes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F (180°C fan). Spread the hazelnuts on a baking tray and roast for 8 minutes, turning halfway through.
Transfer the hazelnuts to a container with a lid and shake vigorously to loosen the skins. A few skins left on are fine.
Remove the hazelnuts from the container, leaving most of the loose skins behind. Transfer them to the Thermomix bowl and blend for 15 sec/speed 9 until the nuts resemble crumbs. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
Blend for 3 min/speed 4. Scrape down the bowl, then blend again for 2 min/speed 4 until smooth and runny. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Add the cocoa powder, icing sugar, vanilla extract, vegetable oil and a pinch of salt. Blend for 2 min/speed 4, scrape down the bowl, then blend again for 2 min/speed 4.
Transfer the spread to a jar and store in the fridge.
Notes
Sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter spread, add a little more icing sugar.
Texture: For a runnier consistency, add a little more vegetable oil.
Storage: Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 month. Allow it to come to room temperature before using so it spreads easily.