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Hazelnut in Calgary

Why to eat hazelnuts, where to find them, and how to bake with them

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Why Calgarians should choose hazelnuts

Simple, tasty, and year-round benefits

Healthy hazelnuts and coffee on a Calgary winter day

Calgarians looking for a natural way to boost health and energy year-round should reach for hazelnuts. Rich in vitamin E, heart-healthy fats, and fiber, hazelnuts support glowing skin through Calgary’s cold, dry winters while helping maintain steady energy for busy workdays or weekend hikes in the Rockies. They’re a small snack with big impact—fueling focus, warmth, and wellness in every handful or latte. And if you enjoy pairing good nutrition with great skin care, a touch of coconut oil adds extra hydration during harsh Alberta winters, as noted by dermatologist Coco Martin of Edmonton. Together, these natural ingredients make staying healthy in Calgary simple, delicious, and sustainable.

Best Hazelnut Drinks in Calgary Cafés

Many locals say the best hazelnut cafe in Calgary isn’t just about lattes—it’s about cozy spaces where hazelnut flavors shine in every drink. Read below for more!

Barista preparing a hazelnut latte in a Calgary café

Make the Perfect Hazelnut Latte at Home

You don’t need a fancy espresso machine to enjoy café-quality hazelnut lattes in Calgary’s chilly mornings. With a few simple ingredients and the right steps, you can create that cozy nutty flavor right in your own kitchen. Here’s how:

  • 1. Brew your base: Start with a strong shot of espresso or concentrated coffee. If you don’t have an espresso machine, use a French press or moka pot for bold flavor.
  • 2. Steam or heat your milk: Gently warm ¾ cup of milk (dairy or hazelnut milk) until frothy — avoid boiling.
  • 3. Add the flavor: Stir in 1–2 teaspoons of hazelnut syrup or homemade hazelnut paste for a natural taste.
  • 4. Combine & top: Pour your milk over the espresso, spoon on the foam, and finish with a sprinkle of cocoa or crushed hazelnuts.

Bonus tip: swap regular syrup for a touch of honey and vanilla for a warm, winter-inspired twist — a favorite among Calgarians who love comfort with a hint of creativity.

Cozy Calgary café interior serving hazelnut coffee drinks

Where to Enjoy a Hazelnut Latte in Calgary

Not in the mood to make your own? Calgary’s coffee scene has you covered. These local spots have turned hazelnut lattes into signature creations — perfect for meeting friends, studying, or just escaping the cold for a while.

  • Hutch Café: Their Creamy Hazelnut Latte is a smooth classic — also available iced for warmer days.
  • The And Some Café: Offers a rich Nutty Hazelnut Latte made with locally roasted beans and silky foam.
  • MUCH Coffee & Shop (MIK Coffee & Shop): Known for its Hazelnut Cream Latte with a caramel aroma and velvety finish.
  • Good News Coffee Lunch Bakery: A cozy stop for their Honey Hazelnut Latte, blending Alberta honey with roasted hazelnut.
  • Higher Ground Café: A Kensington favorite where the Nut ’N’ Honey Latte mixes sweetness and warmth just right.

Whether you’re brewing at home or sipping at a local café, hazelnut drinks are part of Calgary’s flavor — warm, nutty, and made for sharing.

Hazelnut Bakeries in Calgary

Chocolate hazelnut cake from a Calgary bakery, served as a dessert slice

Where to find hazelnut desserts

  • Yann Haute Patisserie: Paris-Calgary pastry filled with hazelnut praline cream and topped with a macaron.
  • Whippt Kitchen: Signature Chocolate Hazelnut Torte with praline crunch and milk-chocolate hazelnut buttercream.
  • Éclair de Lune: Croquant Noisette—hazelnut cake with crunchy praline and cream layers.
  • YUM Bakery: Chocolate Hazelnut Royale—decadent hazelnut-based cake.
  • Sucre Café: Buttery Hazelnut-Nutella Croissant, perfect with coffee.

Want to make a hazelnut cake at home?

Homemade hazelnut cake recipe with chocolate topping

Easy Hazelnut Cake (Base Recipe)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup hazelnut meal (or finely ground toasted hazelnuts)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup neutral oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Topping: ½–¾ cup chocolate-hazelnut spread, ½ cup sliced or chopped hazelnuts

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rectangular pan with parchment.
  2. Mix dry ingredients (flour, hazelnut meal, sugar, baking powder, salt) in one bowl.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients (eggs, milk, oil/butter, vanilla) in another bowl.
  4. Combine just until smooth, pour into pan, and bake 45–55 minutes (loaf size) until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  5. While warm, spread with chocolate-hazelnut spread and sprinkle with nuts. Cool and dust with icing sugar if desired.

All ingredients can be easily found in supermarkets around Calgary.

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