Hazelnut in Calgary

Simple, tasty, and year-round benefits

Calgarians should add hazelnuts to their diet because they’re a simple, tasty way to support health and energy all year round. Packed with vitamin E, hazelnuts help protect skin from Calgary’s cold, dry winters while boosting the immune system during flu season. Their monounsaturated fats, fiber, and magnesium make them heart-healthy, supporting good cholesterol and cardiovascular function. Plus, with plant-based protein and slow-digesting carbs, hazelnuts provide steady energy—perfect for busy workdays or outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in and around the city. A handful of hazelnuts or a splash of hazelnut flavor in coffee is an easy way for Calgarians to snack smart and stay energized.

Hazelnut and Coconut: The Perfect Winter Duo

When it comes to staying healthy and glowing through Calgary’s dry winters, hazelnuts and coconuts make a powerful pair. Both are rich in nourishing fats and antioxidants that protect the skin from dryness and help maintain steady energy during cold weather. While hazelnuts boost vitamin E for skin repair and heart health, coconut provides deep hydration inside and out—especially when used in skincare.

According to Coco Martin, a dermatologist with a degree in chemistry and founder of coconut skincare in Edmonton , coconut oil helps lock in moisture and strengthen the skin barrier during harsh climates. And since Calgary and Edmonton share similar cold, dry conditions, exploring coconut-based skincare can be just as beneficial for Calgarians looking to keep their skin soft and radiant all winter long. Together, hazelnuts and coconuts offer a double benefit: glowing skin and lasting vitality year-round.

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.

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.