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Slices of toasted bread stacked with thick chocolate hazelnut spread, glossy and smooth, on a rustic wooden board. Knife with chocolate spread and a glass of chocolate hazelnut drink in the background, homemade copycat Nutella style chocolate spread.

Copycat Nutella Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Nesting Lane Indulge
Copycat Nutella Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread made with sweetened condensed milk, peanut butter, hazelnut syrup, and chocolate chips in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 15

Equipment

Medium Saucepan
Storage Container
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Add sweetened condensed milk, peanut butter, hazelnut-flavored syrup, honey, and vanilla extract to a medium saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat and stir continuously.
  • Heat the mixture until it starts to boil, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from heat.
  • Add chocolate chips to the hot mixture.
  • Stir until the chocolate chips melt completely and the mixture becomes smooth.
  • Pour the spread into a storage container.
  • Allow the spread to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Prevent Burning - Stir the mixture constantly while it heats. The sweetened condensed milk can stick to the bottom of the pan and burn if left unattended.
Achieve Smooth Texture - Make sure to remove the pan from heat before adding the chocolate chips. The residual heat will melt them without overheating the chocolate.
Test for Doneness - The mixture should just start to bubble around the edges. Don't let it reach a full rolling boil or it may become too thick.
Storage Container Choice - Use a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Glass won't absorb odors and makes it easy to see how much spread you have left.
Consistent Thickness - If your spread becomes too thick after cooling, stir in a teaspoon of milk to thin it out. Mix well until smooth.
Flavor Boost - Add a pinch of salt to the mixture before heating. This enhances the chocolate flavor and balances the sweetness.

Storing

Store in Refrigerator - Transfer the cooled spread to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Bring to Room Temperature - Remove the container from the fridge 10 to 15 minutes before serving. This makes the spread easier to scoop and spread.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 56mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
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