Low Sodium Homemade Nutella
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of **Low Sodium Homemade Nutella**, a healthier twist on the beloved chocolate-hazelnut spread. Crafted with roasted hazelnuts, unsweetened cocoa powder, and just a pinch of low-sodium salt, this recipe highlights natural flavors while reducing unnecessary sodium. Sweetened to perfection with powdered sugar and infused with fragrant vanilla extract, this homemade Nutella achieves the perfect balance of creamy texture and chocolatey goodness. Ideal for spreading on toast, swirling into desserts, or enjoying straight off the spoon, it’s quick to prepare in just 30 minutes and can be customized to your desired sweetness. Skip store-bought varieties and savor this DIY masterpiece that’s lower in salt yet high on flavor! Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a guilt-free, homemade alternative!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw hazelnuts
- 1 cup Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 pinch Salt (low sodium)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the raw hazelnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast the hazelnuts in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden and their skins begin to crack.
Remove the nuts from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Once cool enough to handle, transfer hazelnuts to a kitchen towel and rub them together to remove most of the skins. It’s okay if some skins remain.
Place the peeled hazelnuts in a food processor and blend until a smooth butter forms, scraping down the sides as needed. This may take about 5 to 10 minutes.
Once you have a smooth hazelnut butter, add the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and a pinch of low sodium salt to the processor.
Continue blending until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness based on your preference by adding more powdered sugar if necessary.
Transfer the spread to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. Stir before each use, if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 242.1 g | 310% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 185 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.9 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 115.3 g | 412% | |
| Total Sugars | 134.2 g | ||
| Protein | 88.7 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 626 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 46.3 mg | 257% | |
| Potassium | 5544 mg | 118% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
