Any one else have jars and jars worth of pretty much every nut butter in existence? I have almond butter, coconut butter, peanut butter, chocolate hazelnut spread, and cookie butter at all times!
Why make Chocolate Hazelnut Spread at home
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve started to prefer products with less processed sugars to add to oatmeal, smoothie bowls, toasts, or yogurt! Nutella is for when I’m feeling something extra indulgent and chocolatey, and I love being able to control what’s in it with this homemade vegan Nutella recipe. Store-bought Nutella’s first ingredient is sugar and has a whopping 3.5 times more sugar than this homemade version for the same serving size! That’s why it’s so addicting and sweet. Additionally, it contains palm oil and dairy products. The homemade version is just as addicting, but less processed and vegan! While this recipe isn’t necessarily “healthy” (well, depending on your standards), it’s healthier. It results in the same addictive, creamy, chocolate-y nutty spread that you can slather on anything.
Just 7 Ingredients for the best Nutella Recipe
This homemade Nutella recipe comes together with just 7 ingredients! The best part is that it’s naturally vegan and dairy-free!
Raw Hazelnuts: The main ingredient is nutty and toasty and pairs wonderfully with chocolate.Vanilla Extract: Deepens the richness of the chocolate hazelnut spread.Salt: Always add a pinch to balance out the sweetness. Powdered Sugar: The powdered sugar adds sweetness. Do not use granulated sugar. You can also use coconut sugar for an unprocessed sugar, just make sure it’s blended until it’s a powder before adding it in otherwise the Nutella will be grainy.Natural Cocoa Powder: Adds the deep chocolate flavor.Dark Chocolate: Use the best quality chocolate you can find, like Valrhona, Guittard, or Callebut at 60-70% dark chocolate. Bars work best! You can also use semisweet chocolate. This can also be omitted.Coconut Oil: Helps to make the consistency smooth and creamy. You can also substitute for other neutral oils.
I have not tested other substitutions, but I’d assume you can substitute the powdered sugar for monkfruit and Erythritol if you’re doing keto or low carb. Just keep in mind granulated sweeteners sugar will make the Nutella gritty and needs to be pulverized.
How to make Homemade Nut Butter
Roasting the hazelnuts first help them release their natural oils which makes the Nutella super creamy. If they’re already pre-roasted, you can skip the first step and save half the cook time! Begin with preheating the oven to 375°F.
Storage Instructions
Homemade Nutella won’t last in your pantry as long as the store-bought version. This is because it has been processed and has preservatives which makes it shelf stable. It shouldn’t last more than 2 weeks in your home, anyway! For the homemade version, store it in an airtight container preferably in the fridge for 2-3 weeks. It’ll harden up, so pop it into the microwave at 15 second intervals to return it to it’s creamy consistency.
More chocolatey recipes to try
Looking for more to satiate your chocolate cravings? I gotchu!
Persimmon Chocolate Loaf CakeSweet Potato Tahini BrowniesCherry Jam Brownie CookiesNutella Lava Mug CakeFlourless Nutella Cake
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