Roasted hazelnuts blitzed into a fine, creamy paste provide the base for this homemade chocolate hazelnut spread. By blending the nuts until they release their natural oils and incorporating a touch of sustainable palm oil, you achieve a silky consistency that mimics the store-bought classic without any of the industrial additives. A hint of cocoa and real vanilla essence balances the roasted nuttiness with a deep, dark sweetness.
Preparing this spread at home allows you to control the quality of the ingredients while keeping the process straightforward in your food processor. The result is a smooth, indulgent addition to your morning routine, working just as well swirled into warm oatmeal as it does spread generously over a thick slice of toasted sourdough.
Using sustainable palm oil helps maintain the ideal texture and shelf stability, ensuring the cocoa and hazelnut oils stay emulsified. Once stored in a clean jar, it becomes a reliable pantry staple that elevates simple snacks or weekend breakfasts, offering a refined, nutty depth that pairs effortlessly with fruit or fresh bread.
Read Full StoryOnce you have a jar of this velvety spread ready, the possibilities for your breakfast table expand significantly. You can easily elevate your morning routine by slathering it over some warm, freshly baked slices of Nutella bread, or if you are looking to balance those sweet flavors with something savory later in the day, try pairing your baking session with our hearty beef samurai burgers for a complete weekend feast.
Key Ingredients
- Hazelnuts: These roasted nuts form the rich, nutty base when processed into a smooth paste.
- Powdered sugar: Provides sweetness and dissolves easily into the nut butter for a smooth consistency.
- Cocoa powder: Blended in to create the deep, signature chocolate profile of the spread.
- Palm oil: Used to achieve the desired creamy texture and ensure the ingredients stay emulsified.
- Vanilla essence: Enhances the overall aromatic profile of the chocolate and hazelnut combination.
Perfect Pairings for Your Homemade Spread
- Use our crusty Portuguese rolls as the perfect vessel for a generous morning serving of chocolate hazelnut spread.
- If you want to keep the baking theme going, our classic pepperoni pizza is a great follow-up for a cozy dinner.
- For a show-stopping dessert, try the puff pastry snowflake, which showcases the spread with a bright hint of orange zest.
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