Delicious Homemade Nutella with Cocoa & Vanilla
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of this homemade Nutella recipe. Made with wholesome ingredients, this chocolate hazelnut spread is a healthier alternative to the store-bought version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Hazelnut Butter:
- 2 cups hazelnuts (240g)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup sweetener of choice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk (of choice or 2 tbsp oil, optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Hazelnuts: If hazelnuts are not already roasted, preheat the oven to 400°F and bake for 6-8 minutes or until they begin to brown. Remove the skins by rubbing them in a paper towel.
- Make Hazelnut Butter: In a Vitamix or food processor, blend the hazelnuts until they turn into butter, which may take up to twenty minutes.
- Add Ingredients: Add vanilla extract, cocoa powder, sweetener, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Optional Step: Incorporate milk or oil for a smoother consistency, if desired.
- Store: Follow storage tips for optimal freshness.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness level by using more or less sweetener according to your taste.
- For a dairy-free version, opt for plant-based milk as a substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Homemade Nutella, Nutella Recipe, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
