Vegan Nutella Recipe | Easy Chocolate Spread - Elavegan (2024)

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5 from 17 votes

Whisk up delicious vegan Nutella in 5 minutes with this 4-ingredient (water and salt not included), creamy, vegan chocolate hazelnut spread. This effortless recipe is not only dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but it’s also naturally sweetened and can be made sugar-free for a low-carb keto Nutella!

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Smooth, Rich Chocolate Spread In Minutes

As delicious as Nutella is – which I think pretty much the entire world can agree upon (almost!), it’s not exactly healthy, environmentally friendly, or even vegan. So, it’s not a surprise that there are tons and tons of homemade and healthy Nutella recipes available.

In fact, I even posted my own Low-Fat Chocolate Spread back in 2016. I’ve also spent lots of time in my kitchen roasting and peeling hazelnuts, blending (and blending and blending) it into butter. The results were a little grainy, it takes tons of time, not to mention it’s messy having to clean up the food processor.

Years later and I have officially come up with the homemade Nutella of my dreams. This easy Nutella alternative still contains the classic chocolate and hazelnut flavor but is practically effortless to make. There’s no roasting or peeling or blending. Instead, this recipe takes the very clever ‘cheat’ of using pre-made nut butter for a chocolate hazelnut spread that can be whipped up in minutes!

For someone who loves this spread as much as I do, it’s the ultimate ‘hack’ for making dairy free Nutella almost instantly, for whenever I need my chocolate fix.

Plus, there are still various ways to customize the recipe to your liking (e.g. making it nut-free!). AND, unlike with homemade nut butters, this recipe is less likely to ‘seize’ when you add in the extra ingredients.

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Is Nutella Vegan?

Unfortunately, not only is it not vegan (as it contains skim milk), but it’s also filled with ‘less than desirable’ ingredients like unsustainable Palm Oil and tons of sugar.

Luckily, this homemade version not only skips out of the palm oil and dairy, but you can even make a low-carb, sugar-free keto Nutella, if preferred, with just a single ingredient substitute.

Here are the ingredients I used:

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The Step-By-Step Instructions

I honestly couldn’t make this recipe simpler if I tried. With just TWO steps, you’ll enjoy this spread in minutes. For the full ingredients list, ingredient measurements, and nutritional information, then please read the recipe card below.

Step 1. Add all the ingredients to a medium-sized bowl and whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

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Step 2. Taste it and adjust the ingredients if necessary. Add extra maple syrup for more sweetness. If you want a thicker spread, then add extra nut butter and cacao powder; for a thinner spread, add a little water- and enjoy!

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How To Store

Store this vegan Nutella in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

It may solidify slightly in the refrigerator, but just give it a good stir before using it, and you’re ready to go!

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How To Serve

If you’re already a chocolate spread lover, then you probably know 1001 ways to enjoy this spread, including eating it straight from the jar with a spoon. However, if you need a little inspiration, then here are some of my top picks.

  • Spread over toast – like this Gluten-Free Vegan Bread
  • Lashings onto banana bread – like this Chocolate Chip Banana Bread or Marbled Banana Bread (see photos above).
  • Spread over other cakes – like this Marble Bundt Cake or Vegan Fruit Cake.
  • Serve alongside Waffles, pancakes, and Crepes – like these Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Banana Oat Pancakes, or Chocolate Crepes With Banana.
  • Spoon some into a glass with a little warmed plant-based milk for a simple yet flavorsome milkshake.

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Recipe Notes

  • For the closest taste to Nutella, then use a hazelnut butter base. However, if you can’t find it, then you can use your favorite creamy nut butter, such as peanut butter or almond butter.
  • For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter.
  • You can use any liquid sweetener of choice, e.g. rice malt syrup, agave syrup, date syrup, etc.
  • For a low-carb, sugar free Nutella, Use powdered Erythritol as the sweetener. You will need to add a bit more water to thin out the spread.
  • For a super-indulgent spread, you can melt dairy-free chocolate chips and stir into the spread, for ultra-rich chocolatey results.
  • This recipe makes a small batch of just 200g, perfect for use throughout the week.
  • If you want a low-fat version, then check out this Low Fat Vegan version.
  • Add a tiny pinch of espresso powder (or room temperature espresso liquid in place of the water) to enhance the chocolate flavor without making the spread taste like coffee.
  • You can use plant-based milk in place of water. However, it will slightly affect the color of the spread.

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If you give this easy vegan Nutella recipe a try, I’d love a comment and recipe rating below. Also, don’t forget to tag me in re-creations on Instagram or Facebook with @elavegan and #elavegan – I love seeing your recreations.

Vegan Nutella

Author: Michaela Vais

Whisk up delicious vegan Nutella in 5 minutes with this 4-ingredient (water and salt not included), creamy, vegan chocolate hazelnut spread. This effortless recipe is not only dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but it’s also naturally sweetened and can be made sugar-free for a low-carb keto Nutella!

5 from 17 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Italian

Servings 10

Calories 64 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.

    Add all ingredients to a medium-sized bowl and stir with a whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

  • Taste it and add more maple syrup if you want it sweeter! Add more nut butter and cocoa powder for a thicker cream or more water for a thinner chocolate spread. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For a similar taste to "Nutella", I would recommend using hazelnut butter, however, if you can't find it, then simply use creamy peanut butter or your favorite nut butter. Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
  • Use your favorite liquid sweetener instead of maple syrup. Some examples are rice malt syrup, agave syrup, date syrup, etc. Or use powdered Erythritol for a sugar-free, low-carb Nutella. You might need to add a little more water to thin out the spread.
  • You can melt dairy-free chocolate chips and add a few tablespoons for an ultra-rich and chocolatey spread!
  • Add a tiny dash of instant coffee (or room temperature espresso liquid in place of the water) to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • If you prefer a low-fat spread, then check out this Recipe.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Read the blog post for serving suggestions, tips, and variations.

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Nutella

Serving Size

20 g

Amount per Serving

Calories

64

% Daily Value*

Fat

3

g

5

%

Saturated Fat

1

g

5

%

Carbohydrates

8

g

3

%

Fiber

1

g

4

%

Sugar

5

g

6

%

Protein

2

g

4

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition information is an estimate and has been calculated automatically

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FAQs

Is there a vegan version of Nutella? ›

Thankfully, there are many vegan Nutella alternatives available to buy. Here are some of the top vegan Nutella brands in the UK and US, as well as some recipes to make your own plant-based hazelnut and chocolate spread.

Was Nutella ever vegan? ›

Unfortunately, Nutella is not vegan. While cocoa and hazelnuts are two of the spread's key ingredients, alongside sugar and palm oil, the addition of skimmed milk renders the product not suitable for vegans.

What makes Nutella so addictive? ›

Apart from sugar and fat, Nutella is rich in chocolate. Chocolate contains addictive substances such as tryptophan and phenylethylamine. This causes feelings of excitement and attraction. American blogger Sara Rosso established World Nutella day on 5th February 2007.

Is there a better alternative to Nutella? ›

Pyure Hazelnut Spread: The Leading Alternative to Nutella

Its standout feature is its extraordinary 90% reduction in sugar compared to Nutella, with just two grams per serving. To put this in perspective, a single serving of Nutella contains as much sugar as an entire jar of Pyure's Keto Hazelnut Spread.

What chocolate is surprisingly vegan? ›

Lindt Excellence 70% Dark Chocolate

Lindt Excellence is pretty excellent chocolate (I always used to steal squares of it from the fridge when my mum wasn't looking) and it's pretty naturally vegan, too. The ingredients of these bars include cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, and vanilla.

What is the best vegan Nutella? ›

9 Vegan Hazelnut Spreads That Are Better Than Nutella
  • Fine & Raw Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Spreads. ...
  • Justin's Chocolate Hazelnut & Almond Butter. ...
  • Ghia “Ghianduja” Hazelnut Spread. ...
  • Rawmio Chocolate Hazelnut Spread. ...
  • Deux Hazelnut Cocoa Spread. ...
  • Artisana Organics Hazelnut Cacao Spread. ...
  • Peanut Butter & Co.

Why is Nutella not vegan? ›

Vegans are strict vegetarians who don't eat meat but also don't eat any animal by-products such as dairy or eggs. Nutella is not vegan because it does contain skim milk powder, which is made from cow's milk.

Is there a dairy free version of Nutella? ›

There are several brands of vegan Nutella that you can purchase now including Nutiva, Nocciolata, Pyure, and Eliot's, but it's so easy and much more affordable to make your own so I prefer homemade.

Why is Nutella not a good option? ›

Two tablespoons of Nutella contain 21 grams of sugar, the equivalent of 5 teaspoons of sugar. There's no reason breakfast can't be both healthy and delicious, but serving up sugar, modified vegetable oils and processed chocolate in the morning just isn't the way to go.

Is it OK to have Nutella everyday? ›

Nutella is not “nutritionally complete” — you don't want to make it the main portion of your diet — but it's harmless and will have no negative effect on you when eaten in moderation (unless you're allergic to nuts — then you should avoid it).

What country loves Nutella the most? ›

It might be an Italian brand but its biggest supporter is France.
  • Nutella was created in the 1940s because of a shortage of cocoa.
  • The French eat a LOT of Nutella.
  • And the French go crazy when Nutella's price is reduced.
  • Nutella is part of the fabric of everyday French life.
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What country eats the most Nutella? ›

Each day 1.35 million pounds of Nutella are produced

According to the Ferrero company's statistics, France is considered to be the largest consumer of Nutella in the world where over 25% of the world's production is consumed and produced each year.

What is the German alternative to Nutella? ›

Nudossi is often known as "Ost-Nutella" ("East (German) Nutella"), despite the fact that the recipe today differs vastly from the recipe used in the GDR. Nudossi has a hazelnut content of 36% compared to Nutella's 13%.

Which is the healthiest chocolate spread? ›

A healthy Nutella alternative you have to try is Justin's chocolate hazelnut and almond butter. Justin's chocolate spread uses only the finest dry roasted Booyah nuts, as well as organic chocolate. This rich and delicious chocolate spread is also lower in sugar than the original Nutella but just as tasty.

Which is better Hershey or Nutella? ›

And despite near identical ingredients between the two competitive spreads, the overall assertion was unnamious: Hershey's 'lacks the intensity of flavor that Nutella provides,' as Sadie Whitelocks explained, giving it a four out of ten.

What makes Nutella not vegan? ›

Sorry to be the ones to break it to you, but no, Nutella is not vegan. This is because it contains skimmed milk powder which is an animal-derived ingredient, so is therefore not made solely from plants.

What is the eco friendly alternative to Nutella? ›

These chocolatey and hazel-nutty spreads should still be consumed in moderation and as a tasty treat.
  • Nocciolata. ...
  • JEM Organics Chocolate Sprouted Hazelnut Butter. ...
  • Justin's Chocolate Hazelnut & Almond Butter. ...
  • Artisana Organic's Hazlenut Cacao Spread. ...
  • Nutiva Organic Hazelnut Spread. ...
  • Hey Boo Chocolate Coconut Spread.
Mar 27, 2023

Is there a Nutella that has no nut? ›

Another top 8 allergen free option, Brass Roots Chocolate Sacha Inchi Butter is a great a fabulous Nutella dupe. It's made in a dedicated allergen friendly facility with a few simple ingredients. Sacha Inchi is a Peruvian seed, and while it does taste very nutty, it's completely safe for those nut allergies.

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