An all-natural version of Nutella, this is spreadable straight out of the fridge. Melted, it makes a lush topping for ice cream.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hazelnuts, peeled
- 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, not chips
- 2 ounces unsalted butter (4 tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons nut or vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)
257 calories; 21 grams fat; 7 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 11 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 15 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 12 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 17 milligrams cholesterol; 156 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
Preparation
- Toast the hazelnuts in a dry pan until they are fragrant and golden, then let cool.
- Meanwhile, melt the chocolate and butter. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Blend cooled nuts in a food processor until smooth, 3 to 5 minutes, drizzling in the nut or vegetable oil. With the machine running, add the chocolate mixture, the sweetened condensed milk, and the salt. Transfer to a container and refrigerate.
About 20 minutes
Dining and Cooking