Freezing Hazelnuts, before or after peeling and roasting?

I've got 3 pounds of raw, unpeeled hazelnuts. I probably won't use most of them right away so I'm inclined to freeze them. I'm going to peel them using the boiling with baking soda trick, then toast them. Will it make a difference if I freeze them before or after peeling/toasting?

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Best Answer

I roast all the nuts I buy and then freeze them. I have never had a problem with moisture in them at all. I like having them ready to use when I bake.

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Can you freeze roasted hazelnuts?

Roasted hazelnuts don't last as long as regular hazelnuts, but they can last around a year in the freezer and up to six months in the fridge. They need to be kept in an air-tight container or freezer bag, too.

Can you freeze chopped hazelnuts?

If you know you will be using chopped hazelnuts in your recipes, you can chop them before freezing. Just place them into a freezer bag and put this on a heavy chopping board.

How do you roast hazelnut skins?

How to Roast Hazelnuts

Preheat oven to 350\xb0F.

Line a large, lightly colored baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place hazelnuts in a single layer on the sheet.

Toast in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through.

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