Naughty Not-ella Choco Hazelnut Spread – Bangers & Balls

This devilishy declicious spread is almost too good to be true. It’s easy to make with the kids and is a guaranteed family favourite. If you prefer your not-ella with a little crunch, hold back some hazelnuts and whizz them up into little chunks, before stirring through the finished spread.

• 1 Cup Toasted Hazelnuts (Skins Removed)
• 350 g Chocolate
• 1 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
• 1 Dash Vanilla Extract
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 1 Generous Pinch Salt
• Icing Sugar/Powdered Sugar to taste

• Break your chocolate into cubes, and place in a heatproof bowl. Pour a few centimetres of water into a saucepan and pop the bowl over the top. Make sure the water isn’t touching the bottom of the bowl- if you have too much, simply pour a little out.
• Place over a low-medium heat and bring the water to a gentle simmer- your chocolate should start to melt. Stir it frequently, until all your chocolate is melted.
• While a helper is melting the chocolate, pop your hazelnuts into a blender and whiz until they form a paste- this should take a few minutes. Make sure your blender doesn’t overheat!
• Add your cocoa powder, vanilla extract, oil, salt, a tablespoon of powdered sugar and your melted chocolate. Pop in the blender and blend until well combined and smooth.
• Pour into a jar and leave to cool. Store in the cupboard for up to two weeks and enjoy!