How To Make Homemade Nutella (In Your Blender)

How To Make Homemade Nutella (In Your Blender)

If you’ve ever dipped a spoon into a jar of Nutella and thought, “This is dangerously good,” you’re not alone. But here’s the secret: Homemade Nutella is even better—and surprisingly easy to make.

Whether you want a cleaner ingredient list, a dairy-free version, or just a fun weekend kitchen project, this Homemade Chocolate Nutella has your name written all over it.

Why Should You Make It Yourself?

Besides the bragging rights, homemade Nutella is:

  • Richer and fresher in flavor.
  • Less sweet (if you want it to be).
  • Customizable: Dairy-free, vegan, or sugar-conscious? No problem.
  • Just 5–6 ingredients and a blender away.

What You’ll Need….

  • Raw hazelnuts
  • Powdered sugar (or coconut sugar, or maple syrup)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Vanilla extract
  • Neutral oil (like avocado or sunflower)
  • Salt
  • (Optional) Splash of milk or non-dairy milk for a creamier spread

Storage

  • Store in a jar or airtight container in your fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  • Let it sit at room temp for a few minutes before spreading—it firms up in the fridge!

So Many Ways To Use It…..

  • Spread on toast, crepes, or pancakes.
  • Swirl into oatmeal or yogurt.
  • Dip fruit or pretzels.
  • Eat with a spoon. Zero judgment here.

Homemade Nutella is one of those “wow” recipes that feels like a treat, but is totally doable—even for a busy weekday. Once you try it, there’s a good chance you’ll never go back to the store-bought jar.

Try it out and let me know your favorite way to eat it—spoon straight from the jar counts.

Scroll on down for the complete recipe….

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 20

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups raw hazelnuts
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (or coconut sugar, or maple syrup)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-4 tbsp neutral oil (like avocado or sunflower)
  • Pinch of salt
  • (Optional) Splash of milk or non-dairy milk for a creamier spread

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and roast for 10–12 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Wrap warm hazelnuts in a clean kitchen towel and rub them together to remove most of the skins. It doesn’t have to be perfect!
  • Place the hazelnuts in a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until it turns into a smooth nut butter—this takes 5–10 minutes, and you'll need to scrape the sides down often.
  • Add cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, salt, and 2 tablespoons of oil. Blend again until smooth and creamy. Add more oil (or milk) if you want it thinner.
  • Need more sweetness? Add a bit more sugar. Too thick? Add a touch more oil or milk. Too chocolatey (is that a thing?)—add a few more nuts or sugar to balance.
  • ENJOY!!!
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