Nutella’s gone vegan — and we’ve churned up some easy, healthy ice cream recipes you’ll love. Discover how to turn this plant-based spread into your new favourite treat, no fancy equipment required!
Nutella fans, brace yourselves — because something delicious (and dairy-free) just landed in UK supermarkets, and we’re already scooping up ideas.
With the arrival of Vegan Nutella, the chocolate-hazelnut game has officially changed… and our dessert plans just got a whole lot more exciting. Of course, we were keen to try this new dairy-free version out, and Amazon didn’t let us down.
It arrived within hours of ordering, and honestly, if you didn’t know it was dairy-free, you wouldn’t know! It’s smooth, it’s tasty, and it’s got that very familiar Nutella taste! After a few dollops were tested, the only thing left was to try it out in ice cream!
Whether you’re vegan, dairy-free, or just dipping your spoon into healthier easy recipes, this is your sweet signal to get experimenting.
Source: Nutella launches new spread that’s ‘better than the original’.
In This Article, You’ll Find:
Here’s what we’re serving up in today’s scoop:
- What’s New with Vegan Nutella – Everything you need to know about the latest plant-based launch in the UK.
- Healthy, Easy Vegan Nutella Recipe – A creamy, dreamy treat you can whip up in minutes (no ice cream maker needed!).
- Where to Buy the Vegan Spread – Stockist details, including when and where to grab yours.
- Creative Ways to Use It – From smoothie bowls to no-churn desserts, we’ll share ideas to make this jar of joy go far.
- Bonus Tips & FAQs – Including how to store it, swap it, and scoop it like a pro.
If you’d like to head straight to our Healthy, Easy Vegan Nutella Recipe, please use the following link, or read along to find out more.
What’s the Deal with Vegan Nutella?
Ferrero’s newest plant-based version of the beloved spread has hit Amazon and Sainsbury’s shelves — and yes, it’s already been dubbed “better than the original” by early reviewers.
Instead of dairy, it blends in chickpeas and rice syrup (we know, sounds weird – but trust the process), alongside the classic cocoa and roasted hazelnuts we know and love.
It’s silky. It’s chocolatey. And best of all? It finally opens the door for vegan Nutella ice cream lovers everywhere.
🛒 Ready to try it yourself?
Grab a jar of Vegan Nutella now on Amazon UK — it’s smooth, plant-based, and perfect for your next frozen dessert creation.
Why This Matters (Beyond the Hype)
This isn’t just about following a food trend. For the 2.5 million+ people in the UK now following a plant-based lifestyle (and millions more exploring it), this launch marks a delicious shift in everyday indulgence.
It’s indulgent and inclusive — and that’s something worth celebrating.
💡 Vegan Nutella isn’t just a substitute – it’s a launchpad for rethinking dessert in the most exciting ways.
Our Favourite Ways to Use Vegan Nutella
We tried it, we tested it, and yep — we even compared it to the original. And honestly? There’s no major difference. It’s that same familiar flavour we all love, just now a little kinder on the ingredients list and inclusive for all!
From classic scoops to creative twists, here are a few of our favourite ways to enjoy the new vegan Nutella.
1. A Big Dollop on a Spoon
Let’s be honest—some days, you just need a straight-up spoonful of deliciousness.
So easy and delish, no instructions required for this one.
2. Quick and Easy No-Churn Vegan Nutella Ice Cream
If you only try one healthy, easy recipe from this list, make it this one. It’s smooth, rich, coconutty, and takes just minutes to prep. Perfect for an after-dinner treat or weekend indulgence.
Ingredients:
- 400ml coconut cream (chilled overnight)
- 3 tbsp vegan Nutella
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Method:
- Scoop out the firm coconut cream (leave the liquid behind).
- Whisk with Nutella, sweetener, vanilla, and salt until creamy.
- Freeze in a tub for 3–4 hours, stirring halfway.
- Let it sit for 5 minutes before scooping.
✨ Add-ins: crushed hazelnuts, dark chocolate chunks, a ripple of raspberry purée.
3. Vegan Ferrero-Style Nutella Bites
Craving a plant-based take on a Ferrero Rocher? Our little Ferrero/Nutella Vegan bites are your golden ticket.
Think rich chocolate, crunchy nuts, and creamy hazelnut spread — but made with simple, wholesome ingredients at home. Perfect for gifting, snacking, or secretly stashing in the freezer.
How-To:
- Spoon small dollops of vegan Nutella onto a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
- Roll each into a ball, then coat in crushed roasted hazelnuts.
- Dip into melted dark chocolate and return to the tray.
- Freeze again until set — then enjoy your homemade Ferrero-style magic!
✨ Optional: Add a toasted whole hazelnut in the centre before rolling for an even more authentic texture.
4. Healthy Vegan Nutella Smoothie Bowl
Your breakfast just got a glow-up. This thick, Nutella-rich smoothie bowl is healthy, satisfying, and totally customisable.
The best part? It doubles as dessert.
Blend:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 tbsp vegan Nutella
- Splash of almond milk
- Handful of oats or chia seeds
Top With:
Berries, granola, or cacao nibs.
📌 Breakfast or dessert? You decide.
💡 Love Nutella classic?
Don’t miss our original Quick n Easy Homemade Nutella Ice Cream Recipe — rich, creamy, and made with the iconic spread we all know and love.
Final Scoop – It’s Time to Get Nutty-ella
Whether you’re creating creamy scoops, smoothie bowls, or fun snack hacks, this little jar of vegan chocolate spread is more than just a spread — it’s a shortcut to endless creative (and surprisingly healthy) desserts.
We’re already swirling it into our test kitchen plans, and we cannot wait to see what you create with it too.
💬 Over to You…
Have you tried the new Vegan Nutella yet? What dreamy dessert ideas are you cooking up with it?
👇🏽 Drop a comment or tag us on Pinterest & Instagram with your creations — we’d love to feature your scoop!
We hope that you have enjoyed our article – Nutella’s Gone Vegan – Try Our Healthy, Easy Recipes That You’ll Love – and that we have inspired you to give our Vegan / Dairy-Free Nutella recipes a go. If you have any questions, please drop us a comment below, and we will be happy to get back to you.
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This article was a delightful read! I was intrigued to learn about the new plant-based Nutella hitting the shelves in the UK. The idea of using chickpeas and rice syrup as alternatives to dairy is fascinating, and it’s impressive how the taste remains so close to the original. Your suggestions for incorporating this vegan spread into various recipes, especially the no-churn ice cream, have me excited to experiment in the kitchen. Do you have any tips for enhancing the flavor profile when making homemade vegan Nutella? Thanks for sharing these innovative ideas!
Hi Bob,
Nice to hear from you again, and thank you for such a thoughtful comment!
It’s exciting to see a vegan version of Nutella finally making its way into mainstream shelves here in the UK, and like you, we were intrigued by the chickpea and rice syrup combo too. It’s clever how close they’ve come to the original in both texture and taste.
When it comes to enhancing the flavour profile of homemade vegan Nutella, we’ve found a few little touches can make a big difference. A tiny splash of espresso or strong brewed coffee brings out the depth of the cocoa, while a pinch of sea salt really elevates the sweetness and nuttiness.
Roasting the hazelnuts a bit longer (until they’re deeply golden) also gives that extra-rich, toasty flavour that’s oh-so satisfying.
And of course, if you’re feeling adventurous, a swirl of vanilla bean paste or even a touch of cinnamon can add a lovely twist, especially when turning it into ice cream!
We’re glad you’re feeling inspired to experiment. Please do let us know how your kitchen adventures go.
Thanks once again for dropping by.
All the best,
Cherie
What a great article. At my age, I am more cautious of what foods I am eating. Although I try to eat more healthy foods, I’m not always successful. Nutella looks like a great product, but then I read in your post about chickpeas and rice syrup… those two don’t seem to go together to me but you say to trust the process. I just may have to give Nutella a try!
Hi Wayne,
Thanks so much for your comment, really glad you found the article great, thank you.
It’s always lovely to hear from readers who are on the journey of finding that sweet spot between health and indulgence (aren’t we all, really?), and ice cream isn’t often top of the healthy lists.
We totally get the hesitation, chickpeas and rice syrup don’t exactly scream dessert at first glance! But yes, trust the process is definitely the motto here.
The secret lies in how these ingredients come together to recreate the creamy richness of the original Nutella, without the dairy or refined sugars. It’s a great option for when you’re craving a treat but trying to make more mindful choices. And once you blend that into a batch of ice cream… well, let’s just say you might not miss the original after all!
Our article – An Earth Day-Inspired Zero-Waste Homemade Sweet Potato Ice Cream – is another example of using an ingredient, in this instance, the humble spud, and reimagining it into something both healthy and delicious, proving that even the most obscure ingredients can surprise us.
If you do give the Nutella a go, we’d love to hear what you think, especially if you decide to experiment with the no-churn recipes we’ve included.
Once again, thank you for dropping by and sharing your thoughts.
All the best,
Cherie