Nutella substitutes
Nutella substitutes — 3 options, ranked, with the exact amount
Use Homemade chocolate-hazelnut spread
Same amount as the Nutella
DIY version made with roasted hazelnuts, chocolate, and oil.
The best substitutes for Nutella are homemade chocolate-hazelnut spread, peanut butter, or chocolate spread, depending on the use.
- The tweak —
- Blend 1 cup roasted hazelnuts with ¼ cup cocoa powder, ¼ cup powdered sugar, and 2-3 tbsp oil until smooth.
- Best for —
- spreading
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Every option, one card
Ranked| # | Substitute | Instead of Nutella |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Homemade chocolate-hazelnut spreadspreading | Same amount |
| 2 | Peanut butterspreading | Same amount |
| 3 | Chocolate spreadspreading | Same amount |
Homemade chocolate-hazelnut spread
Very similar to Nutella, chocolate-hazelnut flavor
DIY version made with roasted hazelnuts, chocolate, and oil.
- Best for
- spreading, baking, when you want control over ingredients, allergen-free version
- Texture
- Similar creamy, spreadable texture
- Prep
- Blend 1 cup roasted hazelnuts with ¼ cup cocoa powder, ¼ cup powdered sugar, and 2-3 tbsp oil until smooth.
Most similar to Nutella, can customize sweetness and texture.
Peanut butter
Peanut flavor instead of chocolate-hazelnut
Nut butter with similar creamy texture but different flavor.
- Best for
- spreading, baking, when you want peanut flavor, smoothies
- Texture
- Similar creamy, spreadable texture
Different flavor profile, no chocolate or hazelnut taste.
Chocolate spread
Chocolate flavor without hazelnut notes
Chocolate-flavored spread without hazelnuts.
- Best for
- spreading, baking, when you want chocolate flavor without nuts, desserts
- Texture
- Similar creamy, spreadable texture
Chocolate flavor without hazelnut taste.
Questions
3 questionsCan I make Nutella at home?
Yes, blend hazelnuts with chocolate, oil, and sugar to make homemade chocolate-hazelnut spread.
What's the difference between Nutella and peanut butter?
Nutella is made from hazelnuts and chocolate, while peanut butter is made from peanuts and has no chocolate.
Can I use Nutella in baking?
Yes, Nutella is commonly used in baking, especially in brownies, cookies, and cakes.
Tips for substituting Nutella
4 tips- Nutella is a chocolate-hazelnut spread that's good for spreading and baking
- It's commonly used in crepes, pancakes, and desserts
- Nutella pairs well with fruits, especially bananas and strawberries
- It can be used as a frosting or filling in cakes and pastries