Homemade chocolate spread
10 mins 
22 
Indulge in the delight of creating your own luscious homemade chocolate spread, a delectable twist on the beloved classic. In this recipe for a healthy Nutella, we share with you a few trick that will allow you to tailor the sweetness and nuttiness of your favourite chocolate spread, according to your taste preferences.
Harnessing the nutritional power of cacao powder and natural hazelnuts, our homemade healthy Nutella not only satisfies your sweet cravings, but also offers a wholesome option. It’s worth noting that most commercial spreads fall short of what they promise. With less than 13% hazelnuts, store-bought spreads cannot compete with our recipe which boasts a generous inclusion of over 45% hazlelnuts, ensuring a rich, nutty experience. Taking control of what goes into our indulgences is a great way to cut down on over-processed treats, and an easy route to a healthier living. Plus, high-quality hazelnuts and organic cacao powder provide essential nutrients like antioxidants, fibre, and heart-healthy fats. This homemade chocolate spread allows customisation and is a delicious and healthier alternative to store-bought options, with a higher nutritional value. Isn’t this a journey worth savouring?
You will need
- 250g whole skinless hazelnuts, roasted
- 200g coconut sugar
- 45g organic cacao powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- A pinch of salt
Method
Roast your hazelnuts in a tray for 12 minutes; remove from the oven and let cool slightly. If you are using nuts that still have their skin on, rub with a tea towel to remove the skin.
Place the freshly roasted hazelnuts in a food processor and blend for about 5 minutes. You may need to pause blending a couple of times to scrape the sides, but soon you'll have a silky nut butter.
Melt the coconut oil, add the cacao powder, a pinch of salt, and your coconut sugar. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth. This will stop the sugar from being too grainy in your spread.
Transfer the chocolate spread mix into the hazelnut butter in the blender and blend further. Do not worry if the mixture turns into a clumpy mass; as you continue blending, you will achieve a perfectly smooth consistency. Once you're happy with the texture, pure in airtight containers and consumer within 3 weeks.
