hazelnuts

The Spanish word 'avellanas' translates to 'hazelnuts' in English. It is a feminine plural noun often used in culinary contexts, particularly in the naming of dishes and dessert recipes that contain this type of nut. Hazelnuts are known for their warm, sweet flavor, and are particularly popular in sweet dishes like chocolate spreads, cakes, and pastries. The term 'avellanas' can also be used in a more general sense to refer to any type of hazelnut tree or the wood derived from it.

Example sentences using: avellanas

Me gustan las galletas de avellanas.

I like hazelnut cookies.

This phrase expresses a preference for cookies that contain hazelnuts.

Quiero un postre de chocolate y avellanas.

I want a chocolate and hazelnut dessert.

In this sentence, the speaker is indicating a desire for a dessert that includes both chocolate and hazelnuts.

El aceite de avellanas es muy sabroso.

Hazelnut oil is very tasty.

This phrase comments on the flavor of hazelnut oil, suggesting that it is enjoyable to eat.