Nuts bring flavour, texture, and depth to your meals. Whether you’re baking banana bread or cooking a savoury dinner, this post features three delicious recipes using hazel nuts, macadamia nuts, and pecan nuts — showing just how easy it is to use nuts for everyday cooking.
Hazelnut and Chocolate Overnight Oats (Vegan 🍃)
Easy Breakfast with Nuts for Everyday Cooking
Start your morning with this creamy, nutty jar of goodness.
Ingredients:
- 50g rolled oats
- 200ml almond milk
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp chopped hazel nuts
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: fresh berries
Instructions:
- Combine oats, almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla in a jar.
- Stir in the chopped hazel nuts.
- Seal and refrigerate overnight.
- Top with extra hazelnuts and berries before serving.
Hazel nuts bring a crunchy contrast to the smooth oats and a subtle roasted flavour that pairs perfectly with cocoa.
Macadamia-Crusted Tofu Bites (Vegan 🍃)
Savoury Dinner Idea with Nuts for Everyday Cooking
Macadamia nuts create a rich and golden crust for these tofu bites.
Ingredients:
- 200g firm tofu, pressed and sliced
- ½ cup macadamia nuts
- 1 tbsp breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Pulse macadamia nuts and breadcrumbs into a coarse blend.
- Season tofu with soy sauce, press into the nut mix, and drizzle with oil.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until crispy.
Pair with a fresh salad or roasted veg. These bites are crunchy on the outside, soft inside — a simple way to enjoy nuts for everyday cooking.
Banana Bread with Toasted Pecans (Not fully Vegan but has vegan version🍃)
Baked Treats Using Nuts for Everyday Cooking
This classic loaf gets extra texture and flavour from pecan nuts.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 200g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 75g brown sugar
- 60ml vegetable oil
- 2 eggs (Not included in vegan version)
- 100g chopped pecans
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 175°C.
- Mix flour, baking soda, sugar, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, combine bananas, oil, and eggs(Not included in vegan version).
- Fold in the dry mix and chopped pecans.
- Pour into a lined loaf tin and bake for 50–55 minutes.
The pecans give a perfect crunch and add a roasted, nutty finish to every slice.
💡 To make this banana bread vegan, replace the 2 eggs with 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 6 tbsp water). Let sit for 10–15 mins before using.
Wrap-Up
With just a few ingredients and a handful of hazel nuts, macadamias, or pecans, you can create dishes that are satisfying and full of flavour. These nuts for everyday cooking are your new kitchen favourites.