Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl add hazelnuts, salt and canola oil and mix until oil and salt cover the filberts/hazelnuts.

3. 3

   Pour onto a half-sheet pan and spread out in an even layer.

4. 4

   Place on upper rack in oven.

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   Roast until golden brown and toasted, rotating pan halfway through, about 20 minutes.

6. 6

   As soon as the hazelnuts are finished cooking, add the contents of the sheet pan into a food processor.

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   Be carefulthe hazelnuts will be very hot!

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   Add the rest of the ingredients and turn on high and blend until smooth.

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   Scrape down the sides of the food processor to make sure all is incorporated and smooth.

10. 10

    This takes about 5 minutes.

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    Transfer the mixture to a glass jar with a lid.

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    I keep mine at room temperature but it will last a long time in the refrigerator.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.