Mock Nutella Spread
Indulge in the rich, nutty decadence of homemade Mock Nutella Spread—a healthier, customizable alternative to the classic chocolate hazelnut spread! This easy-to-make recipe begins with roasted hazelnuts that are blended into a silky butter, then combined with velvety dark chocolate, a touch of powdered sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder for an intense chocolate flavor. A hint of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt add depth to every bite, while a small amount of vegetable oil ensures a perfectly smooth consistency. Ready in just 25 minutes, this luscious spread pairs beautifully with toast, pancakes, fresh fruit, or can even be enjoyed straight from the jar. Make a batch today and savor the homemade flavor that’s free from preservatives and perfectly tailored to your sweetness preferences.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Hazelnuts
- 100 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil (such as sunflower or canola)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the hazelnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast them for 10 minutes, stirring halfway, until the skins darken and crack slightly.
Remove the hazelnuts from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Place them in a clean kitchen towel and rub vigorously to remove most of the skins. It’s okay if some skins remain.
Transfer the hazelnuts to a food processor. Blend for 5–7 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the hazelnuts turn into a creamy butter.
While processing the hazelnuts, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
Once the nuts are fully blended into hazelnut butter, add the melted chocolate, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the processor. Blend until smooth and fully combined.
Taste and adjust sweetness or salt as desired. Blend again if adjustments are made.
Transfer the mock Nutella spread to an airtight jar or container. Let it cool completely before sealing the jar.
Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or refrigerate for a longer shelf life. Stir before use if it separates over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.4 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.6 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 163 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.4 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 890 mg | 19% | |
*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.
