Spread the love…or in this case, my joyful spin on “Nutella.” This health-ified version of the iconic chocolate-hazelnut spread that everyone knows and loves comes packed with protein and a rich, indulgent flavor but with far fewer calories and sugar.

You can use it as a topping for your favorite fruits (bananas, apple slices or strawberries), whole-grain toast or waffles, or if you can’t resist, even dip your spoon right in. It’s seriously that good! Here, I give you the directions for using peanut butter powder as well as standard creamy peanut butter—both versions are equally delicious.

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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Spread

This health-ified version of the iconic chocolate-hazelnut spread that everyone knows and loves comes packed with protein and a rich, indulgent flavor but with far fewer calories and sugar.
Servings: 1 cup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • ¾ cup powdered peanut butter*
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 3 Tablespoons sugar, or sugar replacement
  • Pinch salt
  • 6 to 8 Tablespoons water
  • *If you don’t have powdered peanut butter, see recipe in directions for using traditional creamy peanut butter.

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients together until smooth and creamy. If it’s too stiff and thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons additional water and continue to stir until you reach a spreadable-velvety consistency.
  • If using creamy peanut butter, soften ¼ cup peanut butter in microwave (about 30 seconds) and then stir in 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, 3 tablespoons sugar, a pinch of salt and 3 tablespoons of water. Mix until smooth, well-blended and creamy. It will thicken over time. This version makes about ½ cup.

Notes

Nutrition provided per tablespoon using peanut butter powder. It’s 45 calories per tablespoon if using creamy peanut butter.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Serving Size: 1tbspCalories: 30Carbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gTotal Fat: 0.5g— Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g— Saturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 45mgFiber: 1gTotal Sugar: 3g— Natural Sugar: 1g— Added Sugar: 2g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
I’m hoping you loved this recipe! If you made it and want to share feedback, I’d be so grateful to hear from you. Please leave a review below or tag @joybauer on Instagram!