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    Home ▸ Vegan Desserts

    Homemade Vegan Nutella

    Last modified: October 5, 2022. Originally posted: September 24, 2020 By Sophia DeSantis

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    This homemade vegan Nutella is the real deal. Made with 6 easy to find ingredients, this healthy (ish) version is better than store bought!

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    This post was originally published on February 12, 2014.

    I love when I can take our favorite store bought treats and make them at home for less money and in a healthier way. This DIY Nutella is still a treat, but it's a treat we love to make and enjoy!

    Whether you love the creamy goodness of hazelnut spread on waffles, fruit, sandwiched between bread, or straight up with a spoon, I've got you covered!

    Ingredients

    This household favorite is made with just 6 easy ingredients.

    • Hazelnuts
    • Cocoa Powder
    • Dairy Free Chocolate Chips
    • Powdered Sugar
    • Vanilla
    • Salt
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    How To Make Vegan Nutella

    It's easier than you may think to make your own deliciously smooth hazelnut spread.

    1. Roast the hazelnuts.Hazelnuts on a piece of parchment paper that is on a cookie sheet
    2. Remove the skins.Dark blue kitchen towel filled with roasted hazelnuts
    3. Process the nuts.Food processor blending hazelnuts and cocoa powder
    4. Blend in the rest of the ingredients.Top view of a food processor filled with blended Nutella
    5. Enjoy!A pretzel being dipped in a jar of Nutella

    Serving suggestions

    If you can resist eating this all up with a spoon, here are some delicious ways to eat homemade Nutella:

    • Spread on bread
    • Enjoy with fruit, like apples or strawberries
    • Top waffles or pancakes
    • Mix into oatmeal
    • Add to smoothies
    • Dip pretzels or another favorite cracker
    • Spoon over ice cream

    Tips and tricks

    Here are some helpful tips for hazelnut spread success!

    • Patience is key! When processing all of the ingredients, take your time to let it get smooth.
    • Some cocoa can be bitter. If you prefer your spread on the sweeter side, add more sugar.
    • You can substitute the powdered sugar for any desired sugar, like coconut, but it will change the texture and flavor.
    • Because this recipe for hazelnut spread is vegan and contains no dairy, it can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple weeks.
    • If you want to keep it longer, store in the refrigerator for up to three months! Just bring it to room temperature before attempting to spread.
    • This homemade vegan Nutella makes a great gift! Fill cute canning jars and tie a festive ribbon around the top or make your own custom labels.

    Common Questions

    Can you freeze Nutella?

    This recipe for Nutella can be frozen, but it's not recommended. The texture will likely change a bit, and it's a personal preference if you're OK with that. If you do choose to freeze, store in an airtight freezer safe container for up to 6 months.

    Is Nutella vegan?

    Store-bought Nutella is NOT vegan, as it contains dairy. This recipe for DIY Nutella however, is!

    Is Nutella healthy?

    While Nutella does contain some healthy ingredients, 70.9% of the Nutella you buy at the store is comprised of that sugar and oil…yuck! I've eliminated the oil and greatly reduced the sugar to make a healthier version.

    More Chocolaty Recipes

    Once you've finished this chocolate hazelnut spread and need your next sweet tooth fix, check out these recipes:

    • Easy Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream
    • Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes
    • Vegan Chocolate Mocha Cannoli
    • Chocolate Lovers Layered Strawberry Chocolate Mousse Dessert
    • Grain Free Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Pretzel Frosting
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    A glass jar full of Nutella and a knife getting a scoop out

    Homemade Vegan Nutella

    Sophia DeSantis
    This homemade vegan Nutella is the real deal. Made with 6 easy to find ingredients, this healthy (ish) version is better than store bought!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course 30 Minutes or Less, Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 167 kcal

    Equipment

    • Food processor

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ½ cups hazelnuts
    • ½ cup cocoa powder
    • ½ cup dairy free chocolate chips
    • ¼ cup powdered sugar
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350 F/ 120 C
    • Spread the hazelnuts in one layer on a parchment lined cookie sheet.
    • Roast them for 10-12 minutes, until just beginning to brown.
    • When done, allow to cool slightly then place in a dish towel. Rub the nuts inside the dish towel vigorously to remove the skins.
    • Put the nuts in a food processor and blend until they start to become nut butter.
    • Add in the rest of the ingredients and blend until super smooth. This may take a while but be patient, it will happen.
    • Serve as you want!!

    Notes

    • Some cocoa is more bitter than others so taste and add more sweetener if needed.
    • You can use another sugar, like coconut, if you prefer but the texture and flavor will change a bit.
    • This makes about 1 ½ cups. Serving size is 2 tablespoons.

    Recipe by Veggies Don’t Bite, visit our site for more great plant-based recipes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 167kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 88mgPotassium: 157mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.

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    1. Anne Shah

      January 09, 2021 at 11:20 am

      I don’t know what I did wrong! It ended up separating and become a big blob seaports from a bunch of hazelnut oil. I couldn’t get it to mix back together.

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      • Anne Shah

        January 09, 2021 at 11:20 am

        *separated

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      • veggiesdontbite

        January 10, 2021 at 8:27 pm

        Hi Anne! it sounds like the hazelnuts did not get blended enough. They need to get smooth and creamy like a nut butter. If it's not blended enough and you add the other ingredients then it seizes up. Sorry that happened!

        Reply
    2. Chelsee

      September 28, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      So glad to have a healthier (ish) version for the kiddos!

      Reply
    3. Emily Kemp

      September 27, 2018 at 1:30 am

      I love making homemade Nutella...it's so much better than the store bought stuff!

      Reply
    4. bristol plasterer

      March 27, 2015 at 3:03 am

      Wow this looks amazing....Will have to give this a go. Thanks for sharing this recipe.

      Simon

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      • veggiesdontbite

        March 27, 2015 at 3:14 am

        Thank you so much! Let me know if you do!

        Reply
    5. Kristen

      February 20, 2014 at 10:47 am

      Ok..I literally just got done making this spread...I think I ate half of it before putting it in a storage container! This is sooooo good! I think it is better than Nutella..seriously a bit o heaven 🙂
      Lovin' your site Soph!

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      • veggiesdontbite

        February 20, 2014 at 12:46 pm

        Thank you so much Kristen!! I did the same thing when I made it! Then continued to snack throughout the day...a little fruit dip, some graham crackers...I think I'll have some now!

        Reply
    6. Kallie Tsoukas Tettenburn

      February 17, 2014 at 8:10 pm

      I also used this as a truffle filling for our chocolate heart candies we made and put a spoonful on top of some banana pancake muffins for breakfast!! Delish!

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      • veggiesdontbite

        February 17, 2014 at 8:36 pm

        Great idea to mix both recipes! I bet the chocolate hearts were so good with my homemade Nutella!

        Reply
    7. Kallie Tsoukas Tettenburn

      February 13, 2014 at 9:23 pm

      Ummm. Yeah. I just sandwiched it between two graham crackers I momentarily died and went to heaven. I'm so glad my sweet tooth compelled me to ask you to make a Nutella substitute!! Thank you sweet tooth!

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      • veggiesdontbite

        February 13, 2014 at 10:19 pm

        Haha! You're welcome. I've been dipping fruit in it all day!

        Reply
    8. Dina

      February 13, 2014 at 7:12 pm

      This is so yummy! I love eating it as a spread on a toast.

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        February 13, 2014 at 10:19 pm

        Glad you like it!! I've been eating it with fruit!

        Reply
    9. Kallie Tsoukas Tettenburn

      February 13, 2014 at 5:40 pm

      Yay!! Thanks for fulfilling my Nutella request! It's so yummy!!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        February 13, 2014 at 6:01 pm

        You're welcome!! I've been dipping fruit in it all day!

        Reply

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