The Best Homemade Nutella: Creamy and Delicious

Want to learn how to prepare a super healthy homemade Nutella?
With just hazelnuts, sugar-free chocolate, and coconut oil, you'll create a creamy, delicious spread that's much more nutritious than the commercial version. Ideal for spreading on bread, adding to smoothies, or simply enjoying by the spoon!

Ingredients
 • 150 g hazelnuts (toasted, shelled)
 • 100 g sugar-free chocolate (bar or chips)
 • 2 tablespoons unflavoured coconut oil
 • 1–2 tablespoons plant-based milk or coconut cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
 • 1 pinch of salt
 • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, enhances flavour)
 • Optional sweetener: erythritol, xylitol, or stevia to taste

Preparation
 1. Toast the hazelnuts in the oven at 180°C for 8–10 minutes until golden and aromatic.
 2. Remove the skins by rubbing the hazelnuts between a cloth (this will make the spread smoother).
 3. Process the hazelnuts in a powerful food processor until they form a paste. At first, it will seem gritty, but continue to process until the oils are released and it becomes creamy (5–10 minutes).
 4. Melt the sugar-free chocolate in a bain-marie or microwave (20–30 s intervals, stirring constantly).
 5. Add the melted chocolate to the hazelnut paste and continue to process until fully incorporated.
 6. Add the coconut oil, plant-based milk (if using), vanilla extract, and salt. Process until you get an ultra-creamy texture.
 7. Taste and adjust the sweetener if you prefer it sweeter.
 8. Store in a sealed glass jar. Keeps in the fridge for up to 2–3 weeks. Before using, stir well as coconut oil may solidify.

Secret to perfect texture
 • Processing the hazelnuts for longer before adding the chocolate creates an ultra-creamy base.
 • Coconut oil helps with fluidity, but don't overdo it to avoid making it too liquid.
 • Plant-based milk or coconut cream makes the spread much softer and easier to spread.