Healthy Vegan Nutella
Healthy Vegan Nutella is a creamy homemade chocolate hazelnut spread made with roasted hazelnuts, cocoa powder, and natural sweeteners. This vegan Nutella recipe is dairy-free, palm oil–free, and naturally sweetened, making it a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate spreads perfect for toast, pancakes, and snacks.
Ingredients
- 2 cups roasted hazelnuts
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 –4 tablespoons maple syrup or 3–4 soft dates
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 –4 tablespoons plant-based milk almond, oat, or hazelnut milk
- Pinch of sea salt optional
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil optional, for extra creaminess
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and roast for 8–10 minutes until fragrant.
- Allow the hazelnuts to cool slightly, then rub them in a clean kitchen towel to remove most of the skins.
- Place the roasted hazelnuts in a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend for 2–4 minutes until they turn into smooth hazelnut butter.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup (or dates), vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Blend again until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add plant-based milk, one tablespoon at a time, blending until the spread reaches your desired consistency.
- Optional: add coconut oil and blend briefly for extra creaminess.
- Transfer the spread to a clean glass jar and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Roasting hazelnuts enhances flavor and helps create a smoother spread.
- Blend long enough for the hazelnuts to release their natural oils and form a creamy butter.
- Add plant-based milk gradually to control thickness.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup or dates if desired.