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Published: Nov 27, 2017 · Modified: Dec 18, 2023 by Amanda Powell · This post may contain affiliate links.

Nutella Hot Chocolate

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Thick and creamy Nutella hot chocolate is the chocolate hazelnut drink of your dreams. This super indulgent hot chocolate is so simple to make and will become an immediate hit in your home. 

saucepan pouring hot chocolate into mug

Why you'll love it

This thick, creamy Nutella hot chocolate recipe is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It is the easiest hot cocoa recipe to make.

It only requires a few minutes and a few ingredients. Chances are, you have all the ingredients in your kitchen right now. If not, I have a couple of suggestions just in case. 

You can make it for just one or make a big batch to share with others during the holiday season and beyond

mug of nutella hot chocolate

What you'll need

The best part about this Nutella hot chocolate is how quick and easy it is to put together. The hot chocolate itself is only three main ingredients.

  • Nutella - Nutella is the main ingredient. This is an ingredient you can measure by your heart. Some people like their hot chocolate a little sweeter and with a more thicker and prominent Nutella flavor, so you can always add more. You can even use homemade nutella
  • Chocolate - I recommend not using chocolate chips. Use chopped chocolate instead. I like to use dark or semi-sweet chocolate. This recipe does not call for any cocoa powder, but you can add in a tablespoon if you really want to amp up the chocolate flavor
  • Milk - I recommend using whole milk for a rounded, rich flavor. You can get ideas on how to make this without milk in the section below
  • Extras - I do add a small pinch of sea salt and vanilla to add more depth to the hot chocolate. You can also made some homemade whipped cream and topped the hot chocolate with chopped hazelnuts, chocolate shavings, and toasted mini marshmallows. Totally optional, but I do think the airy whipped cream is a great way to contrast the rich flavor of the Nutella hot chocolate. You can also add in a splash of hazelnut liqueur or chocolate liqueur to make it a fun adult treat. 
Mug showing garnishes on hot chocolate

How to make

This hot chocolate might be the easiest hot chocolate you will ever make. It is just a matter of melting Nutella and chocolate in milk.

  1. Add Nutella, chocolate, and a splash of milk to a small saucepan.
  2. Warm over medium heat until the chocolate is melted, then slowly drizzle in the remaining milk. 
  3. Add a pinch of salt and vanilla extract. Stir well. 
  4. Top as desired, and enjoy!

If you want to make the perfect hot chocolate in a slow cooker, the steps are very easy. Please note that the slow cooker method only works if you are making a big batch the recipe to serve a crowd or are using a mini slow cooker. 

  1. Heat the slow cooker on high. 
  2. Add in your ingredients and cover. Stir every half an hour until smooth and heated through. 
  3. Switch over to the warm setting and serve when ready. 
Hand holding hot chocolate close up

How to make without milk

The milk is a very important part of the recipe, but if you don't have any and are craving a mug of Nutella hot chocolate anyway, here are a few ideas

  • Try replacing the milk with coffee creamer or heavy whipping cream 
  • Evaporated milk and a splash of water may also work 
  • You can try sweetened condensed milk and water, but the hot chocolate will be very sweet and you may need another pinch of salt to help
  • Alternative dairy-free milk also works. I love using cashew milk or almond milk 

This particular recipe does not work with replacing the milk with plain water. 

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Thick, creamy, nutella hot chocolate. This drreamy concostion will be your new family favorite #nutella #hotchocolate

Nutella Hot Chocolate

Amanda Powell
Creamy, dreamy nutella hot chocolate. 
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Prep Time 4 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 9 minutes mins
Course Hot Chocolate Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 2 drinks
Calories 370 kcal
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 ½ tablespoons Nutella
  • 1 ½ oz semi sweet chocolate
  • 1 ¾ cups whole milk
  • pinch of salt optional, but recommended
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional, but recommended
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Instructions
 

  • Add the Nutella, chocolate, and ¼ cup of the milk in the saucepan.
  • Heat until the chocolate until melted and the ingredients are well-combined. Continue to heat and slowly stir in the remaining milk.
  • Add in the salt and the vanilla if you are using them and stir until well-combined.
  • Serve hot in your favorite mugs. Add in any of your favorite toppings.

Notes

Serve hot. Please check the post for alternatives if you do not have milk available.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 9gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 171mgFiber: 3gSugar: 36g
Keyword chocolate, hot chocolate, nutella, vanilla
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Thick, creamy three ingredient nutella hot chocolate

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Baker, photographer, and sometimes world traveler behind A Cookie Named Desire. Obsessed with helping people live life sweetly with delicious food to share with the special people in your life and creating lasting memories.

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  1. Karen says

    November 29, 2020 at 9:07 am

    Oh,yes! this sounds amazing!

    Reply
  2. Lathiya says

    October 22, 2019 at 4:09 pm

    I don't see anything for not to like this recipe. Hot chocolate and Nutella are the match made in heaven indeed.

    Reply
  3. Jessica Formicola says

    September 26, 2019 at 9:59 am

    You had me at Nutella! I love hot chocolate, and I can't wait to try this Nutella version!

    Reply
  4. Sarah says

    September 26, 2019 at 9:44 am

    I'll never go back to store-bought hot cocoa packets! Homemade hot chocolate is just the best ever, and woah the nutella in this is such an awesome idea!!

    Reply
  5. Gina says

    January 05, 2018 at 5:05 am

    I have never had nutella but this makes mw ant to try it! Looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      January 05, 2018 at 11:19 am

      I can't think of a better way to introduce you to nutella than this hot chocolate!

      Reply
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