Vegan Nutella (Easy and Healthy!)

Home › Recipes › Dessert › Vegan Nutella (Easy and Healthy!) Vegan Nutella (Easy and Healthy!) By Anjali Shah on This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure. Share This: Jump to Recipe Print Recipe Dark, rich, creamy vegan nutella is made with raw hazelnuts, dark chocolate, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. It is a decadent chocolate hazelnut spread for dipping fruit, or slathering over pancakes, toast, and more! When I first discovered nutella as a child I thought I’d found the best kept secret! This chocolate hazelnut spread that tasted amazing on just about anything was my new favorite treat! It wasn’t until I got older that I turned the jar over to look at the nutrition facts to see that my favorite chocolate treat was not so healthy! With processed ingredients and added cane sugar, a 2 tablespoon serving comes in at 200 calories and 21 grams of sugar! That’s more sugar than a full sized Snickers bar! And I don’t know about you, but I find it difficult to only enjoy 2 tablespoons – so I always end up eating more! I figured, there had to be a better way right? So I set out to make my own quality homemade nutella. With healthy, dairy-free ingredients, this version can be enjoyed by all with a lot less guilt! Tools and Equipment Baking SheetFood ProcessorSpatulaGlass BowlRecipe Ingredients and Notes Raw Hazelnuts: Using raw hazelnuts that you roast in the oven eliminates the need for extra oils. Dark Chocolate and Coconut Oil: Use a quality dark chocolate, 70% or higher. The coconut oil, which is a better option than palm oil, helps the chocolate melt, and creates a creamy texture when combined with the hazelnuts.Maple Syrup: Instead of cane sugar, maple syrup creates a natural refined sugar free subtle sweet flavor.Almond Milk: Regular nutella uses dairy milk, this homemade nutella uses almond milk which is lower in fat and calories. Vanilla Extract and Sea Salt: Vanilla and sea salt bring out the natural flavors of the chocolate and hazelnuts.Dates: Optional, add if you want more sweetness!How to Make Vegan Nutella – Step by Step Step 1: Heat your oven to 350°F. Spread the hazelnuts on a baking sheet, and roast for 15 minutes. Step 2: Remove from the oven, and place hazelnuts into a food processor or high-speed blender. Blitz for a few minutes, until you have a thick and creamy nut butter. (You’ll probably need to stop and scrape down the sides of the container a few times.) Step 3: While the nuts are processing, break the chocolate into small pieces and melt with the coconut oil (can be done in the microwave or on the stovetop). Step 4: Once the nut butter is ready, add the melted chocolate and coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and salt. If adding dates, add at this time. Blitz for another couple of minutes, until everything is completely mixed together and smooth. Step 5: When finished, the mixture will have a thick, peanut butter like consistency. Step 6: Transfer this vegan chocolate spread to an airtight jar or serve immediately. What Makes This Vegan Nutella Healthy? Lower in Sugar and Calories: This vegan nutella is lower in sugar and calories than regular nutella. One serving has under 200 calories and only 3.5 grams of sugar!Hazelnut Health Benefits: Hazelnuts are a good source of vitamin E, healthy fats, protein and dietary fiber.Dark Chocolate Health Benefits: Dark chocolate is a good source of antioxidants. It’s know to raise HDL (your healthy cholesterol), and lower LDL. It can also control blood pressure, and promote heart health.Will Kids Enjoy This Vegan Nutella Recipe? Kids will love this vegan chocolate spread! They will be asking for it around the clock! It has a smooth texture, with a nutty and deep chocolate flavor. It’s perfect to spread on rice cakes for a snack, or use as a dip with fruit for dessert. Spread on top of whole grain pancakes, and waffles. Let your kids imagination run wild, and see what delicious ideas they invent! They will probably want to eat it with a spoon! Recipe FAQS How to Serve Snacks: This healthy nutella makes a delicious snack. Spread on whole grain toast, or brown rice cakes, or crackers.Dessert: Use as a dip for fruit like strawberries, kiwi, or pear! Spread on top of cupcakes instead of frosting or make a dessert pizza with flatbread, topped with chopped nuts, fruit, and vegan marshmallows!Breakfast: Spread in between crepes, on top of French toast, waffles, or pancakes. Swirl inside muffins!How to Store and Keep Transfer to an airtight jar, and store at room temperature or in the fridge for a thicker texture. It will keep for a month in the fridge, and for a week at room temperature. Why Is Store Bought Nutella Not Vegan? Store bought nutella uses powdered milk. Because of this ingredient it is not vegan. There are other store-bought chocolate spreads that are vegan that do not add milk, such as Justin’s Chocolate Hazelnut Butter, but I’ve found that the homemade version tastes even better than store bought! Top Tips for Making Vegan Nutella Use raw unsalted hazelnuts for the best flavor and health benefits.Use at least 70% dark chocolate to achieve a rich chocolatey flavor.Be sure to allow the hazelnuts to process until they create a nut butter. This will ensure you have a creamy texture.Don’t skip the coconut oil. The coconut oil helps to give this healthy nutella a luscious texture that isn’t grainy.For a thinner consistency store at room temperature. For a thick consistency, refrigerate.Try adding a dash of instant coffee to the recipe to enhance the chocolate flavor even more.Check Out These Other Chocolate Recipes! Chocolate Ganache TartChocolate Banana MuffinsVegan Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip CookiesGluten-Free Chocolate OatmealIf you have tried this Vegan Nutella recipe or any other recipe on my blog, then please rate it and let me know how it turned out in the comments below! You can also FOLLOW ME on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and PINTEREST to see more delicious, healthy, family friendly food! Print Recipe 5 from 5 votes Vegan Nutella Dark, rich, creamy vegan nutella is made with raw hazelnuts, dark chocolate, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. It is a decadent chocolate hazelnut spread for dipping fruit, or slathering over pancakes, toast, and more! Prep Time25 minsCook Time5 minsTotal Time30 mins Course: Condiment, Dessert, SnackCuisine: Italian, Vegan Servings: 16 Calories: 187kcal Author: Anjali Shah Ingredients▢ 2⅔ cups unsalted raw hazelnuts▢ ⅔ cup 70% dark chocolate▢ 1 tbsp coconut oil use up to 2 tbsp for even more richness▢ 2 tbsp maple syrup use up to 4 tbsp if you want it to be sweeter▢ ½ cup almond milk▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract▢ ½ tsp sea salt▢ 1 date optional InstructionsHeat your oven to 350°F.Spread the hazelnuts on a baking sheet, and roast for 15 minutes.Remove from the oven, and place into a food processor or high-speed blender. Blitz for a few minutes, until you have a thick and creamy nut butter. (You'll probably need to stop and scrape down the sides of the container a few times.)While the nuts are processing, break the chocolate into small pieces and melt with the coconut oil (can be done in the microwave or on the stovetop).Once the nut butter is ready, add the melted chocolate and coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and salt. If using a date (for more sweetness), add at this time. Blitz for another couple of minutes, until everything is completely mixed together and smooth.Transfer to an airtight jar, and store at room temperature or in the fridge for a thicker texture. It will keep for a month. Notes Top Tips for Making Vegan Nutella Use raw unsalted hazelnuts for the best flavor and health benefits. Use at least 70% dark chocolate to achieve a rich chocolatey flavor. Be sure to allow the hazelnuts to process until they create a nut butter. This will ensure you have a creamy texture. Don’t skip the coconut oil. The coconut oil helps to give this healthy nutella a luscious texture that isn’t grainy. For a thinner consistency store at room temperature. For a thick consistency, refrigerate. Try adding a dash of instant coffee to the recipe to enhance the chocolate flavor even more. Nutritional info calculated using 88% dark chocolate and 1 date. NutritionCalories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3.5g 10 responses to “Vegan Nutella (Easy and Healthy!)” I admit that the texture is not as smooth as Nutella but it tastes way better and feels healthier thanks to the superfoods ingredients. No more Nutella now. Reply Awesome! So glad you loved this recipe Devy! Reply This looks so delicious and yummy! I can’t wait to make this recipe for my family! Reply Thanks Beth!! I can’t wait to hear how it turns out for you! Reply This is so delicious and tempting. Love that it is Vegan and so easy to make. Creamy and Chocolaty. I am drooling. Reply Yay! Thanks Veena! Enjoy! Reply Wow Thanks for this vegan recipe! I am definitely making this. Reply I can’t wait for you to try this recipe Priya!! I’m sure you will love it! Reply This turned out soooo good. We love Nutella in my house and I was excited to find a recipe that uses natural ingredients. Reply Yay! I’m so happy to hear that Cyndy! Reply Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Recipe Rating Recipe Rating Comment Name * Email * Website I admit that the texture is not as smooth as Nutella but it tastes way better and feels healthier thanks to the superfoods ingredients. No more Nutella now. Reply Awesome! So glad you loved this recipe Devy! Reply This looks so delicious and yummy! I can’t wait to make this recipe for my family! Reply Thanks Beth!! I can’t wait to hear how it turns out for you! Reply This is so delicious and tempting. Love that it is Vegan and so easy to make. Creamy and Chocolaty. I am drooling. Reply Yay! Thanks Veena! Enjoy! Reply Wow Thanks for this vegan recipe! I am definitely making this. Reply I can’t wait for you to try this recipe Priya!! I’m sure you will love it! Reply This turned out soooo good. We love Nutella in my house and I was excited to find a recipe that uses natural ingredients. Reply Yay! I’m so happy to hear that Cyndy! Reply