Hazelnut Canelés Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons hazelnut liqueur
- 1 cup finely chopped toasted hazelnuts

Special Equipment Needed:
- Canelé molds
- Electric mixer
- Whisk

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and hazelnut liqueur.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Stir in the chopped hazelnuts.
6. Grease the canelé molds with butter or oil.
7. Fill each mold with the batter, filling almost to the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the canelés are golden brown.
9. Let cool in the molds for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: Makes 12 canelés

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 180
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 4g

Substitutions for Ingredients
- Whole milk can be substituted with almond milk or coconut milk.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with coconut oil.
- Hazelnut liqueur can be substituted with any other type of liqueur or even vanilla extract.

Variations:
- Substitute the hazelnuts with chopped almonds or walnuts.
- Add a teaspoon of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a spiced flavor.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to grease the molds well to ensure that the canelés will come out easily.
- Let the canelés cool completely before serving to ensure that they hold their shape.

Storage Instructions:
Canelés can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Canelés can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
Canelés can be served as is or topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.

Garnishes:
Canelés can be garnished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of melted chocolate.

Pairings:
Canelés pair well with coffee or tea.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Canelés can be served with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.

Troubleshooting Advice:
If the canelés are not coming out of the molds easily, try running a butter knife around the edges of the molds to help release them.

Food Safety Advice:
Be sure to store the canelés in an airtight container to keep them from going stale.

Food History:
Canelés are a traditional French pastry that originated in the Bordeaux region of France.

Flavor Profiles:
Hazelnut canelés have a sweet and nutty flavor with hints of vanilla and liqueur.

Serving Suggestions:
Hazelnut canelés can be served as a dessert or as a snack.

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Region: French

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Caramelized, Buttery, Rich