2 Ingredient Nutella

Love Nutella? Here's how to make a 20-minute homemade Nutella with the rich, chocolatey flavors of the original hazelnut spread. I make this homemade recipe with just two ingredients: hazelnuts and chocolate. It puts the grocery store version to shame!

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Nutella is a near-perfect nut butter if you ask me. The combination of hazelnuts and chocolate is classic, and I'd eat it every day if I could. While the spread that you find in the store is smooth, rich, and flavorful, I've discovered that I can easily make an even better version at home! This 2-ingredient Nutella recipe is rich, creamy, and indulgent, stripped back to just the basics: chocolate and hazelnuts.

Why I Love This Homemade Nutella Recipe

• Easy to make. This “Nutella” is as simple of a recipe as you’ll find. You need only two ingredients and 20 minutes to make this spread that you’ll want to put on everything. Plus, it’s vegan! 
• No mystery ingredients. As much as I fell hard for the original Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread, it's more of an indulgent dessert than a spread I'd want to eat every day. This recipe cuts out all the excess sugars and additives for a simple, delicious homemade version made with hazelnuts and chocolate (and ONLY hazelnuts and chocolate!).
• Ultra smooth. The texture of this homemade Nutella is so smooth and creamy, and you really get the perfect balance of chocolatey, nutty flavor in each bite. It's rich and perfectly spreadable. Prepare to be obsessed.

What You’ll Need

As mentioned, I keep this homemade Nutella super simple with just two ingredients. Scroll to the printable recipe card below the post for a full ingredients list with recipe details. You'll need:

• Hazelnuts – I recommend using raw, unsalted hazelnuts.
• Vegan dark chocolate chips –  You can use regular chocolate chips if you're not making this spread vegan.

How to Make Nutella

Here’s how to make this easy homemade Nutella in about 20 minutes from start to finish. Most of that is the time it takes to blend your hazelnuts into a smooth and creamy nut butter! You'll find printable instructions in the recipe card.

• Roast the hazelnuts. I usually do this in my toaster oven. Spread the hazelnuts in a single layer on a small baking sheet and toast them for 5 minutes. 

• Melt the chocolate. Next, add chocolate to a bowl and melt it over a double boiler. You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave in 10-second increments, stirring in between.

• Process the hazelnuts. Now, you'll need to process the toasted hazelnuts in a food processor until they're smooth and creamy. This can take anywhere between 10 and 15 minutes on High speed.

• Add the chocolate. Once your nut butter is smooth, pour the melted chocolate into the food processor and blend again to combine. Transfer your homemade Nutella to a glass container with a lid, and enjoy!

Recipe Variations

• Chunky. Nutella is known for being luxuriously smooth, but I've realized with this homemade version that it's just as good when it's a little chunky. To give this spread some texture, set aside a small amount of hazelnuts after roasting them. Chop the nuts into small pieces, and then combine them with the spread when you add the chocolate. 
• Spicy. Nutella is fantastic with a little spicy heat. Both hazelnuts and chocolate go well with chilis, so I'll sprinkle chili powder over the hazelnuts before I toast them to give this spread some Mexican hot chocolate vibes.
• Sweetened. Bump up the sweetness with honey, maple syrup, or agave. Add the sweetener at the same time that you add the melted chocolate. 
• More flavors. Season the hazelnuts with cinnamon or nutmeg before roasting, or add a dash of vanilla extract to the finished Nutella for another layer of flavor.
• Salted. A sweet and salty contrast is hard to beat! Try using salted hazelnuts or sprinkle kosher salt over the nuts before roasting.
• Superfood. Try my superfood vegan Nutella for another easy version packed with wholesome ingredients.

Ways to Use Homemade Nutella

This homemade Nutella is totally irresistible on its own. Don't be surprised if, like me, you find yourself sneaking a spoonful or two straight from the jar! There are so many other tasty ways to use this spread, though. Here are some easy ideas:

• Spread. The obvious! There's nothing better than a toasted almond flour bread slice smothered with fresh homemade Nutella. This hazelnut spread is also delicious for dipping and spreading over crackers, pretzels, and graham crackers. Or, try it on a slice of banana bread!
• Topping. I love this Nutella as a topping for oatmeal and granola at breakfast.
• Dessert ingredient. I'll use this homemade spread in recipes for vegan Nutella brownies. It's also yummy drizzled over cakes, cookies, and ice cream!

How to Store

• To store. Store the Nutella in an airtight container, preferably a glass jar. It can be kept at room temperature for up to 1 month, or in the fridge for up to 3 months. I prefer to keep it at room temperature, so it’s softer and creamier for spreading. 
• Freeze. You can also freeze homemade Nutella, though the texture won’t be as good when you thaw it. To freeze, simply place in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before using. 

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