Description
Learn how to make your own delicious Homemade Nutella with this easy recipe. This rich and creamy chocolate hazelnut spread is perfect for spreading on toast, using in baking, or simply enjoying by the spoonful.
Ingredients
Raw Hazelnuts:
2 cups
Powdered Sugar:
1 cup
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder:
1/3 cup
Neutral Oil (such as sunflower or canola):
2 tablespoons
Pure Vanilla Extract:
1 teaspoon
Salt:
1/4 teaspoon
Dark Chocolate (melted, optional):
1/4 cup for extra richness
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roast hazelnuts: Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and roast for 10–12 minutes until fragrant and slightly darkened. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Rub hazelnuts in a clean kitchen towel to remove most of the skins.
- Make nut butter: Place peeled hazelnuts in a food processor and blend for 5–7 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until smooth.
- Add ingredients: Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, oil, vanilla, and salt. Blend until fully combined and creamy.
- Optional: Add melted dark chocolate and blend briefly to incorporate.
- Store: Transfer to a clean jar and store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, strain the final spread through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar to taste depending on your sweetness preference.