Description

Homemade Nutella is a rich, creamy hazelnut spread made with roasted hazelnuts, unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla. This easy-to-make recipe uses simple ingredients to create a delicious and natural alternative to store-bought Nutella, perfect for spreading on toast, dipping fruits, or adding to desserts.

Ingredients

Hazelnuts

2 cups raw hazelnuts

Dry Ingredients

¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons neutral oil (such as vegetable or hazelnut oil)

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Instructions

Roast Hazelnuts: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the raw hazelnuts evenly on a baking sheet and roast them for 10–12 minutes, or until the skins darken and crack, enhancing their flavor and aroma.
Remove Skins: Allow the roasted hazelnuts to cool slightly. Then, place them in a clean kitchen towel and rub vigorously to remove as much of the skins as possible. Removing the skins helps achieve a smoother final spread.
Blend Hazelnuts: Transfer the skinned hazelnuts to a food processor. Blend for 5–8 minutes, stopping periodically to scrape down the sides, until the nuts release their oils and turn into a smooth, creamy nut butter.
Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and 2 tablespoons of the neutral oil to the hazelnut butter. Blend again until the mixture is uniformly smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more oil if necessary for a creamy texture.
Store and Serve: Transfer your homemade Nutella to a clean jar. Store it at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or refrigerate for up to 1 month. Stir before serving and enjoy as a spread or in recipes.

Notes

For a smoother texture, blend the hazelnuts thoroughly until all oil is released.
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar according to your taste.
If hazelnut oil is unavailable, use any neutral oil such as vegetable or canola oil.
Removing the hazelnut skins is optional but recommended for best texture and flavor.
Store the spread in an airtight container to maintain freshness.