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Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Calories
Ground, unsweetened hazelnut
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened (20 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 628 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 1.2 mg of Manganese covers 54% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
126
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
3.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
12.2g
· 16% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 9% · Fat 81%
Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.2 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 10 g | 63 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 50 g | 314 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 628 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 100 g | 628 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 754 kcal |
Calculated from 628 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened
What can you use ground, unsweetened hazelnuts for?
Ground, unsweetened hazelnuts add nutty flavor and texture to cakes, cookies, tart crusts, granola, and porridge. Because they are not sweetened, they will not provide the sweetness of a sweetened nut topping or filling.
Are ground, unsweetened hazelnuts the same as hazelnut flour?
Not always. Ground, unsweetened hazelnuts may be coarser and retain more of the nut’s natural oil, while products sold as hazelnut flour can be finer or partially defatted. Check the texture and ingredients when a recipe depends on a fine, dry flour.
Can ground, unsweetened hazelnuts replace almond flour?
Usually, ground, unsweetened hazelnuts can replace almond flour in many baked goods. They bring a stronger, toastier flavor, and the result may be slightly different in texture, so the swap is best in recipes that already suit a rich nut flavor.
Can ground, unsweetened hazelnuts replace wheat flour in baking?
No, they are not a direct one-for-one replacement for wheat flour. Ground, unsweetened hazelnuts contain no gluten and behave differently in batters, so replacing all the flour can make baked goods dense or crumbly; use a recipe designed for nut flour.
How do you make ground, unsweetened hazelnuts at home?
Pulse whole hazelnuts in a food processor until they reach the texture you want. Stop frequently and check the bowl: prolonged blending releases their oil and turns the nuts from a meal into a paste.
How should you store ground, unsweetened hazelnuts?
Keep ground, unsweetened hazelnuts in an airtight container away from heat, light, and moisture. Their exposed oils can become stale faster than whole nuts, so refrigerate the container if you will not use it soon.
Can you freeze ground, unsweetened hazelnuts?
Yes, ground, unsweetened hazelnuts freeze well in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Take out only what you need and close the container promptly, so the rest is less exposed to moisture and odors.
Should you toast hazelnuts before grinding them?
No, toasting is optional. Toasting whole hazelnuts before grinding gives ground, unsweetened hazelnuts a deeper flavor, while using raw nuts keeps the taste milder; let toasted nuts cool before processing to reduce clumping.
Why do ground, unsweetened hazelnuts turn into a paste?
They turn into a paste when blending releases the hazelnuts’ natural oil. Use short pulses and stop as soon as the desired meal-like texture forms; continuous processing is better suited to making hazelnut butter.
Does “unsweetened” mean ground hazelnuts contain no sugar at all?
No. “Unsweetened” means sugar has not been added; hazelnuts still contain naturally occurring sugars. If you are baking with ground, unsweetened hazelnuts, add the sweetener your recipe calls for.
Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
3mg · 20% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.24mg · 54% DV
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
33mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
136mg · 4% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened
To burn the 126 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened?
Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened is simply hazelnuts milled to a fine or slightly coarse meal, with no sugar added. Its rich, gently sweet, toasted-nut flavour works in breakfast bowls, baking and desserts. Stir it into porridge or yoghurt, fold it into cake and biscuit batter, or use it in fillings and homemade spreads. The texture can range from flour-like to pleasantly grainy, depending on how finely it has been ground.
It is an energy-dense ingredient, with most of its calories coming from fat; it also provides fibre. Since it is unsweetened, you can control the sweetness in recipes or pair it with naturally sweet fruit. A spoonful adds plenty of flavour to yoghurt or oats without needing a large amount.
How Nutritious Is Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Hazelnut, ground, unsweetened Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 79:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (79:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.