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Homemade Vegan Nutella (Sugar-free)
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Homemade Vegan Nutella (Sugar-free)

If you love chocolate-based spreads, like Nutella, but prefer something vegan, sugar free and infinitely healthier, then I have the perfect homemade “Nutella” recipe, made with just 4 ingredients: cocoa, dates, hazelnuts and vegetable milk. This recipe is enough for 2 jars of this utter delight—one for you and one to g…

By the Technique desk · International · 2 min ·

It pairs wonderfully with fresh fruit like bananas or strawberries for an extra burst of sweetness, or you can swirl it into oatmeal for a decadent twist. This vegan “Nutella” is also perfect as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or even as a dip for snacks like apple slices.

Enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 200 g hazelnuts
  • 50 g cocoa
  • 200 g pitted dates
  • 300 ml vegetable milk

Instructions

  • Start by roasting the hazelnuts in a pan or tray until their color changes and they start releasing volatile oils—you will get a delicious roasted hazelnut aroma.
  • Place the hazelnuts in a blender and blend them with the vegetable milk, pitted dates, and cocoa.
  • You will get a thick and creamy mixture that you can store in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  • Serve this cream on toast, on pancakes or in your favorite desserts.
Key facts
  • Who: Nutella · Homemade Vegan Nutella · Sugar-free · Elena-Greta Apostol If

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