Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl add hazelnuts, salt and canola oil and mix until oil and salt cover the filberts/hazelnuts.
3. 3
   Pour onto a half-sheet pan and spread out in an even layer.
4. 4
   Place on upper rack in oven.
5. 5
   Roast until golden brown and toasted, rotating pan halfway through, about 20 minutes.
6. 6
   As soon as the hazelnuts are finished cooking, add the contents of the sheet pan into a food processor.
7. 7
   Be carefulthe hazelnuts will be very hot!
8. 8
   Add the rest of the ingredients and turn on high and blend until smooth.
9. 9
   Scrape down the sides of the food processor to make sure all is incorporated and smooth.
10. 10
    This takes about 5 minutes.
11. 11
    Transfer the mixture to a glass jar with a lid.
12. 12
    I keep mine at room temperature but it will last a long time in the refrigerator.