This easy-to-make homemade Sugar-free Nutella is super creamy and packed with the same rich, chocolatey hazelnut goodness as the original. Made with just a handful of healthy ingredients, it’s the perfect spread or filling for guilt-free snacking.  

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Sugar-Free Nutella Recipe

• Rich hazelnut and chocolate flavor
• Tastes just like the store bought version
• Creamy texture
• Quick and easy to make
• Made with just a handful of ingredients
• No unhealthy additives or preservatives

Nutella is a delicious hazelnut spread that can be used in so many wonderful ways, from spreading on toast to filling pastries. Unfortunately, sugar is the first ingredient listed on the label of the store-bought brand, which can be a downside for those watching their sugar intake.

This homemade version is here to change that! Made with just a few simple, healthy ingredients, this Sugar-free Nutella keeps all the rich, chocolatey flavor you love without the added sugar. Whether using it in decadent desserts or just enjoying it by the spoonful, this sugar-free Nutella is a guilt-free way to indulge in this classic treat.

If you love this easy sugar-free spread, make sure you also check out my Lemon Curd and Lime Curd recipe.

🛒 Ingredients for Keto Nutella

• Roasted hazelnuts
• Avocado oil
• Monk fruit/allulose
• Unsweetened cocoa powder
• Vanilla Extract

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• High powered blender or Vitamix
• Small baking sheet

🔪 How to Make Sugar-Free Nutella

Preheat oven to 325F°.

Add your hazelnuts to a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 3-4 minutes or until lightly golden.  The hazelnuts I use are skinless and have already been roasted.  I find that roasting them for just additional few minutes, gives them a little boost in flavor and the heat also allows them to blend up better in the food processor.  

If your hazelnuts are raw, roast 7-10 minutes instead.  If your hazelnuts have the skins on them, once roasted place them on a kitchen towel and rub them together to remove the skins.  The hazelnuts that I used, I bought  skinless and roasted, which makes things much easier!

Remove from the oven and pour into your blender, while they are still warm.  Process until they are broken down into a butter.  

First they will become like a meal or hazelnut flour.  Then it will start to clump up.  

It will then become a nut butter. This could take up to 10 minutes, depending on your blender.  

Add in the remaining ingredients and process until smooth and creamy.

Store in the fridge in an airtight container for a few weeks or freeze.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Store your homemade Nutella in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for a couple of weeks. If it thickens up in the fridge, just let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes or give it a quick stir before using.

You can also freeze it for up to several months. Just ensure it’s in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn.

🍴 Ways to Use Nutella

• Toast: Enjoy a rich and satisfying breakfast by spreading it on low-carb, toast made with homemade bread.

• Keto pancakes and waffles: Add a touch of sweetness to your keto pancakes or waffles with a chocolatey drizzle. You can use it as a filling for these crepes also.

• Dip for berries: Pair it with fresh strawberries or raspberries for a sweet and guilt-free treat.

• Stir into coffee: Mix a spoonful into your morning coffee for a chocolatey twist.

• Top your Keto ice cream: Spoon it over a bowl of keto ice cream for a creamy, indulgent dessert.

• Blend into smoothies: Add a spoonful to your keto peanut smoothie for a creamy, extra nutty flavor.

• Create Nutella cheesecake bites: Swirl it into mini keto cheesecakes for a decadent, bite-sized dessert.

• Layered parfaits: Use it as a layer in keto-friendly yogurt parfaits with fresh berries and some of this homemade granola.

• Stuffed strawberries: Hollow out fresh strawberries and fill them with Nutella for a bite-sized, fruity treat.

• Other desserts: Use it to create the filling for a chocolate tart, or you can even use it as a spread for Keto pound cake.

💡 Tips for Making Nutella

• Even if your hazelnuts are already roasted, giving them a quick toast in the oven enhances their flavor and makes them easier to blend into a smooth butter.

• A powerful blender or food processor is key to achieving that creamy, smooth texture. Be patient because it may take a few minutes for the hazelnuts to go from a crumbly meal into a silky spread.

• As you blend, stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure everything mixes evenly and smoothly.

• If your Nutella is too thick, blend a bit longer or add a tiny amount of oil to help it reach your desired consistency.

• Blending the hazelnuts while they’re still warm from roasting helps them break down faster and more smoothly.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Sweetener: Swap monk fruit/allulose with other low-carb sweeteners like Swerve or any of your favorite sugar substitutes.

• Oil: Replace avocado oil with coconut oil or hazelnut oil for a slightly different flavor.

• Nut butter: If you’re out of hazelnuts, you can use toasted almonds or cashews to create a different but equally delicious nut spread.

• Sea salt: A pinch of flaked sea salt can enhance the chocolate and hazelnut flavors.

• Cinnamon: Add a pinch of cinnamon for a warm, spice twist to your Nutella.

• Espresso powder: A small amount of espresso powder can deepen the chocolate flavor, giving it a richer taste.

Why is it Called Nutella?

Nutella is manufactured by the Italian company Ferrero. Originally called, Supercrema Gianduja, it was later given a new and more appealing name, Nutella, (“nut” for the hazelnuts, and “ella” to give an Italian vibe).

Why is My Nutella Grainy?

Graininess usually happens if the hazelnuts aren’t blended enough. Continue blending until smooth, and ensure your blender or food processor is high-powered.

How Can I Fix Separation in my Nutella?

If the oil separates, simply stir it back in or blend it briefly.  

Are Hazelnuts Keto?

Yes, hazelnuts are Keto-friendly. They are low in carbs and high in healthy fats, making them a great choice for Keto.

Can I Use This Nutella in Baking?

Yes, it can be used as a filling or ingredient in baking recipes, just like the original.

🍽️ More Chocolate Dessert Recipes

• Keto Chocolate Lasagna
• Keto Chocolate Layer Cake
• Silky Chocolate Avocado Mousse
• Keto Chocolate Avocado Brownies
• Keto Chocolate Pudding

*Originally published on April 6, 2019, updated on September 5, 2024 with improvements to the recipe, new photos, new recipe information and helpful tips.