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We get it. Nutella is more than just food; it's so crucial it deserves its own spot on the food pyramid. But at some point, you're going to run out of pretzels, fruit, and pita chips to dip into your Nutella. So when you stop by the grocery store to restock on produce and salty snacks, throw a couple items from these recipes in the shopping cart and prepare for your #snacklife to be changed.
From self-frosted cupcakes to more bacon than you thought could be paired with the container of hazelnut perfection, here are 15 delicious things you can do with Nutella that are guaranteed to overshadow the tired technique of using Nutella as a dip. Don't worry about counting calories or hitting the gym after, these tasty treats are well worth all of the pounds you might will pack on. We've got breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert options for those that want Nutella all day, erriday, and some lighter snacks for when you just want to nibble. So whether you've got the munchies, you're a straight up Nutella addict, or just hungry rightthissecond, get ready to salivate over these mouthwatering recipes. And of course, feel free to keep it one hunnit and eat it straight out the jar, no recipe (or spoon) necessary.
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Nutella Hot Chocolate
Winter is coming. Well, not really, but hot chocolate should be enjoyed all year long. And with Nutella included, there is no reason not to sip on this with the AC blasting away. Heat Nutella and milk together and serve with whip cream. Learn how to pull it off here.
Nutella Wontons
If the ravioli wasn't good enough for you, here is the remix. Instead of just using Nutella, throw in your favorite fruit (or anything really) and bake to sweet perfection. Top it with some whip cream and you're good to go. Here is the recipe for the version made with bananas.
Nutella Pumpkin Swirl Fudge
Get yo swirl on. This recipe is slightly more assembly required than the rest, as it involves constant stirring of condensed milk and chocolate over low heat until fully melted. But once you pass that hurdle, it's just chill times ahead. Spread on Nutella and marshmallow cream and cool for at least an—if you can wait that long.
Nutella Caramels
Can you boil water? Then you can make these. (If you can't boil water, please smack your momma for us.) Bring sugar, sea salt, cream, and butter to a boil, stir in some Nutella, spread it over a sheet and let cool for a few minutes. While the debate over the real pronunciation of caramel (ka-ra-mell, obviously) continues, feel free to munch on these treats.
Nutellasicles
Don't be the one non-child in line for the ice cream truck. This recipe allows you to make your own popsicles, Nutella style, of course, with just milk and the creamy hazelnut sprea. Just add to a blender and pour into ice trays and about 20 minutes later, you'll be the coolest kid on the block. Mix it up here.
Nutella + Strawberry
For a fresh twist on the classic snack of fruit dipped into Nutella, just scoop Nutella into hollowed strawberries and enjoy. The blogger also keeps it G and uses a cut Ziploc bag to squeeze the Nutella in, so don't worry if your kitchen appliances aren't up to par. Bonus points: it's fruit, so no one has to feel bad about skipping the gym to eat these.
Nutella Strawberry Pizza
Nutella remix of Italian Food, part two. This blogger is fancy and makes her own pizza bread, but naan or pita bread can be substituted for the lazier people. Make sure to grill whatever bread you use and then top it with Nutella and strawberries. See how to pull it off here.
Nutella Waffle Sticks
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So why not make it interesting with some Nutella? Make lil' sammiches with mini waffles and Nutella filling, then slide in a popsicle stick—and bam! Breakfast on the go: level Nutella. Recipe here.
Nutella Cakes
Getting cupcakes from the bowl into the oven has always been an uphill battle and adding Nutella only makes it harder. These are basically just cupcakes with Nutella swirled through the batter, so pretty much anyone can make these. Big ups to those that actually eat them in baked form. You have more self-control than we do. Get baking here.
Chocotella Cobbler
Chocolate lovers: prepare to hit your dougie. This recipe calls for guerilla-style cooking: throw everything in a bowl, then spread out the mixture and toss it in the oven. Simple enough, but the true challenge is waiting the 45 minutes it takes to bake. The blog suggest a scoop of ice cream to go with it, so one more couldn't hurt.
Nutella-Covered Bacon
Again, everbody loves bacon. While this may seem strange, sweet and salty is an amazing combination and, if nutella is involved, it's bound to be good. Don't resist the urge next time you're cooking up breakfast. Click here for the sweet and greasy recipe.
Nutella Ravioli
Forget everything anyone has ever told you about ravioli, because blog Full Fork Ahead just changed the whole game. Instead of cheese, meat, and marinara sauce, stuff wonton papers (available at most grocery stores) with Nutella, then bake. The recipe suggests one teaspoon, but if you slide in a couple more, who gon stop you, huh?
Nutella Pudding
There are a lot of things you can accomplish in 10 minutes; reply to a couple emails, jog around the block, call your mom. Or you could make this nutella pudding and pack on a couple calories (two birds one stone right?). Sugar, cocoa, cream and chocolate chips: this pudding does not even try to be healthy, which is good. This is the perfect light snack to be eaten in bed under the soft glow of Netflix. We won't judge you.
Bacon-Nutella Sandwich
From a recipe seemingly inspired by the half-empty kitchen of a college student (just missing several Natty Lites and Ramen) comes a sandwich to rival all sandwiches. Spread some Nutella over bread and throw on everyone's favorite breakfast meat, and you're golden. The next step is getting this as a Subway menu option.
Nutella Brownies
Snatch a page from Beyoncé and upgrade the pretzel + nutella combo. If you've ever successfully made brownies (like, when the batter actually makes to the oven) you can handle this recipe. And like the blogger says, with "brownies, nutella and pretzels, there's no way it can go wrong."