Homemade Nutella Recipe – A Rich & Healthy Twist

This one is for all the Nutella lovers who crave that deep, chocolate-hazelnut flavor but want something pure, natural, and packed with real ingredients. Forget the sugar-packed supermarket spreads—this homemade cacao Nutella recipe is smooth, nutty, and made with pure ceremonial cacao. Perfect for spreading on toast, dipping fresh fruit, or (let’s be honest) eating straight from the jar.

Ingredients

• 150g hazelnuts
• 1 vanilla stick or 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
• 50–70g coconut sugar (or other dry sweetener of choice, depending on your sweetness preference)
• 85g Jungle Delicacy pure cacao, melted (use a double boiler or heat in 30-second increments with a little coconut oil)
• ¼ tsp salt
• 80ml plant-based milk of choice (optional—skip if you want a thicker, more intense spread)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Spread the hazelnuts on a baking tray and roast for 6–8 minutes, until they just start to brown and release their rich aroma.
2. Remove from the oven and transfer to a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Rub them together to loosen and remove most of the skins. Don’t stress about getting every last bit off—this just helps with smoothness.
3. In a high-powered blender or food processor, blend the hazelnuts until they break down into a creamy hazelnut butter consistency. This may take a few minutes, so be patient. If needed, add a little coconut oil to help it along.
4. Add the melted ceremonial cacao, vanilla extract, coconut sugar, and salt, then blend again until smooth.
5. If using, pour in the plant milk and blend one last time until everything is creamy and fully incorporated.

Pour into a jar and store in the fridge. It will thicken as it cools, but if you prefer it softer, let it sit at room temperature before using.

Pro Tips

✔ Want it extra smooth? The more you blend, the silkier it gets. A high-speed blender or food processor will give you the best results.
✔ Looking for a richer flavor? Roasting the hazelnuts a little longer (without burning them) intensifies their natural oils and deepens the taste of the hazelnut chocolate spread.
✔ Best ways to enjoy it? Spread on sourdough toast, mix into warm oats, or dip fresh strawberries straight into the jar.

This homemade Nutella alternative is free from artificial additives and packed with the goodness of real cacao and hazelnuts, making it a healthier yet delicious spread for any occasion.