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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Matcha Hazelnut Spread

    Published: Feb 7, 2022 by Michelle · 6 Comments

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    This Matcha Hazelnut Spread is a green tea riff on my Homemade Gianduja (Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Spread). It only takes 4 ingredients to make!

    Spoonful of Matcha Hazelnut spread on a white dish.

    Why this recipe works

    This Matcha Hazelnut Spread is a delicious way to change up your regular hazelnut butter.

    Using hazelnut butter saves time and effort in grinding down the hazelnuts.

    Adding matcha to the spread tempers the sweetness from the white chocolate.

    If you love matcha, try these recipes:

    Green Tea Milk Spread

    Matcha Coconut Snowballs

    Matcha Almond Flour Brownies

    Glass jar of Matcha Hazelnut spread with hazelnuts on top.
    4 ingredients you'll need

    • white chocolate: you can use any white chocolate; chocolate chips or bars
    • matcha: use a high quality matcha powder for the best flavour and taste
    • hazelnut butter: I used pure hazelnut butter, which is made of 100% pure hazelnuts; it's different than hazelnut paste which can have oils and sugars added
    • sea salt: just a pinch to balance the sweetness from the white chocolate

    How to make it

    In a heat-proof bowl, add in the white chocolate and matcha (Step 1 below).

    Place the bowl over a double-boiler and heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a spatula until the chocolate is melted (Step 2 below).

    Next, add in hazelnut butter in small increments, stirring until fully incorporated (Step 3 below).

    Add in sea salt and stir until the mixture is smooth (Step 4 below).

    Turn off the heat and and transfer the mixture to a clean, sterile jar or container.

    Step by step instructions how to make matcha hazelnut spread, with text overlay.

    Jar with a spoon of Matcha Hazelnut spread, hazelnuts and toast on the side.
    How to store

    Store the Matcha Hazelnut Spread in a clean jar at room temperature for up to 1 week.

    If storing for a longer period of time, place into the fridge. Note: the spread will solidify when stored in the fridge.

    How to use

    Use the Matcha Hazelnut Spread as you would any condiment or jam, or try it in a Matcha Star Bread.

    Try it on pancakes, waffles, toast, or use it as a filling in buns or breads.

    Swap it as a filling in Small-Batch Cinnamon Rolls.

    FAQs, tips & troubleshooting

    Why is my hazelnut spread solid?

    If the Matcha Hazelnut Spread solidifies, you can warm it up in a water bath.

    Add some warm water to a pot and place the jar of spread into it (like a double-boiler) and that should melt the chocolate and help it become spreadable.

    Can I try it with a different nut?

    Yes, feel free to experiment with different nuts such as peanut or almonds.

    Other recipes you may like

    Be sure to check out these recipes:

    Matcha Milk Jam/Green Tea Milk Spread

    Homemade Gianduja (Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Spread)

    Matcha Waffles

    Earl Grey Milk Jam Spread

    Matcha French Toast

    Let me know if you try out this recipe -- tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below!

    A slice of toast with Matcha Hazelnut spread on a speckled plate.

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    5 from 3 votes

    Matcha Hazelnut Spread

    This Matcha Hazelnut Spread is a green tea riff on my Homemade Gianduja (Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Spread). It only takes 4 ingredients to make!
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time15 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Condiment
    Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 75kcal
    Author: Michelle

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    • 50 g white chocolate
    • 6 g matcha
    • pinch sea salt
    • 50 g hazelnut butter
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    Instructions

    • In a heat-proof bowl, add in the white chocolate and matcha.
    • Place the bowl over a double-boiler and heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a spatula until the chocolate is melted.
    • Next, add in hazelnut butter in small increments, stirring until fully incorporated.
    • Add in sea salt and stir until the mixture is smooth.
    • Turn off the heat and and transfer the mixture to a clean, sterile jar or container.

    Notes

    Yield: ½ C

    Nutrition

    Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 41IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. David @ Spiced

      February 08, 2022 at 4:54 am

      5 stars
      The flavor combination of matcha and hazelnuts makes so much sense - why have I never thought about this before!? And turning it into a spread would make an excellent topping for a piece of toast. Pass me a spoon!!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        February 08, 2022 at 1:14 pm

        Right, it's such a delicious earthy and nutty spread! Thanks David! 🙂

    2. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      February 08, 2022 at 10:58 am

      5 stars
      WOW! This is probably the most unique spread idea I've ever seen. And it looks and sounds fabulous. With the addition of white chocolate and hazelnuts, it must taste just great!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        February 08, 2022 at 1:14 pm

        Thanks Ben! Can't go wrong with hazelnuts and chocolate 🙂

    3. Linsey

      February 08, 2022 at 3:56 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! Simple few ingredients to make Hazelnut spread with a great Matcha flavour. Big thumbs up!

      Reply
    4. Raymund | angsarap.net

      February 10, 2022 at 5:11 pm

      5 stars
      You are definitely my matcha sensei! Look at that spread, OMG

      Reply

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