Nutella Variations to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Cravings

Are you a Nutella lover looking for new ways to enjoy your favorite spread? Look no further! In this article, we will show you four variations of homemade Nutella using different ingredients. With these recipes, you can mix and match based on your preferences and experiment with various ingredients. And the best part? Even those with nut allergies can enjoy these delicious spreads! Here are some tips to get you started:

Nuts: Hazelnuts are the classic choice for Nutella, but if you have allergies, you can use chickpeas as a substitute. Chickpeas have a slightly synthetic flavor, so you may want to add more chocolate or sweetener to adjust the taste.

Consistency: You can use water, oil, or your milk of choice to achieve the desired consistency.

Chocolate: You can use cacao powder, cocoa powder, cacao nibs, or chocolate bars for a chocolatey flavor. Keep in mind that cacao or nibs may need more sweetener.

Sweetness: You can use jaggery, dates, desi khand, coconut sugar, brown sugar, or any other sweetener of your choice.

1. The Original Hazelnut Nutella

Ingredients:

• 1 cup hazelnuts (roasted and peeled)

• 4 tbsp cacao powder

• 4 tbsp desi khand (or any sweetener of your choice)

• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

• 1.5 tbsp oil (use more if needed for consistency)

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Blend the hazelnuts in a food processor until they form a paste.

2. Add the cacao powder, desi khand, vanilla extract, oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.

3. Adjust the consistency by adding more oil or milk, if needed.

4. Peanut Nutella

2.Peanut Nutella Peanuts

Ingredients:

• 1 cup peanuts

• 1/4 cup cacao powder

• 7 dates (pitted)

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

• 3/4 cup water (use more if needed for consistency)

Instructions:

1. Blend the peanuts in a food processor until they form a paste.

2. Add the cacao powder, dates, salt, vanilla extract, and water. Blend until smooth.

3. Adjust the consistency by adding more water, if needed.

4. Almond Nutella

3.Almond Nutella [Almond & cashew]

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup almonds

• 1/2 cup cashews

• 1/4 cup cacao powder

• 1/2 cup coconut sugar (or any sweetener of your choice)

• 1/2 - 1 cup milk (use more or less depending on desired consistency)

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Blend the almonds and cashews in a food processor until they form a paste.

2. Add the cacao powder, coconut sugar, milk, and salt. Blend until smooth.

3. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk, if needed.

4. Chickpea Nutella..

4.Chickpea Nutella Chickpeas

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked chickpeas (soaked overnight and pressure cooked for 4 whistles)

• 1/2 cup jaggery (or any sweetener of your choice)

• 3/4 cup water (use more or less depending on desired consistency)

• 4 rows of melted cocoa

Instructions:

1. Blend the cooked chickpeas in a food processor until they form a paste.

2. Add the jaggery, water, and melted cocoa. Blend until smooth.

3. Adjust the consistency by adding more water, if needed.

4.Pistachio Nutella

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shelled pistachios
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Spread the pistachios in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned.
3. Once the pistachios are done, let them cool for a few minutes and then transfer them to a food processor or high-speed blender. Pulse until the nuts are finely ground.
4. Add the cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt to the processor or blender and pulse again until well combined.
5. With the processor or blender running, gradually add the vegetable oil through the feed tube. Process until the spread is smooth and creamy.
6. If the spread is too thick, add more oil, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Once the Pistachio Nutella is ready, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Enjoy your homemade Pistachio Nutella spread on toast, pancakes, or straight from the spoon!

Making your own Nutella at home is a fun and creative way to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. These 4 variations are just the beginning, and you can mix and match different nuts, sweeteners, and chocolate to create your own unique spread.

By using natural ingredients and controlling the amount of sugar and oil, you can also make a healthier and more nutritious version of Nutella that is just as delicious as the store-bought one. Give it a try and let us know which one is your favorite!