You’ll Love This Healthy Nutella Alternative

Jill Holtz

December 1, 2016

healthy nutella alternative

Like this? Share it with your network!

Like this? Share it with your network!

Lots of people love Nutella but it is high in sugar and not really that healthy an option to give to kids. Here’s a healthy Nutella alternative made with avocado (!) that is ideal for spreading on toast for a quick snack or as an alternative frosting for cakes and brownies:

Don’t miss the chance to have your say! We’re looking for parents to get involved and give their feedback on all aspects of family life. Find out more here.

As well as being delicious, this healthy Nutella alternative also provides healthy fats, fibre, and vitamins K, B6, E, and C.

This recipe makes about 1 and 1/4 cups.

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe medium avocado
  • 1/2 cup raw cacao powder
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tblsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt

Method

  • Half the avocado, remove the pit and scoop out the flesh.
  • Add with the rest of the ingredients to a food processor and process until smooth.

You can keep any unused spread (!) in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Over to you now, have you tried this recipe? What did you think? Tell us in the comments below

Like this? Share it with your network!

Like this? Share it with your network!

Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Whatsapp

You’ve Got Mail!

Get our best content direct to your inbox! You’ll receive quick and easy recipes, fun ideas to entertain the kids, parenting tips, competitions, as well as offers from brands we trust.