Hazelnuts

Hazelnuts are the edible nuts of the Corylus avellana tree, widely cultivated across Europe and the Black Sea region — especially in Turkey, which is the world’s leading producer and exporter. Hazelnuts have a round to oval shape, a thin brown skin, and a delicate, sweet flavor. They can be sold in-shell, shelled, roasted, blanched, or ground, and are prized for their versatility in confectionery, bakery, and dairy industries. Their high oil content and rich nutritional profile make them a premium ingredient in both traditional and modern food formulations.

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Usage Areas

Hazelnuts are widely used across culinary and industrial sectors:

Confectionery & Chocolate Industry:
- Key ingredient in pralines, chocolate spreads, truffles, and nougats.
Bakery & Dairy:
- Used in cakes, cookies, pastries, ice creams, and plant-based dairy alternatives.
Snack Industry:
- Consumed roasted, salted, or coated in chocolate as a high-value snack.
Nut Butter & Paste Production:
- Ground into hazelnut paste or butter for industrial use or retail products.
Oil Extraction:
- Hazelnut oil is used in gourmet cooking and high-end cosmetic formulations.
Health Foods & Supplements:
- Promoted for heart health and skin nourishment due to its healthy fat and antioxidant profile.

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<5-6