Healthy Homemade Choco-Nuts Butter | Refined Sugar Free, Paleo

Paleo | Gluten Free | Refined Sugar Free | Vegan | Dairy Free

Calling all chocolate lovers! I bet you’re going to fall in love with this healthy homemade chocolate nuts-butter! It’s absolutely irresistible! This delectable treat is not only delicious but also incredibly wholesome, made with simple ingredients right in your own kitchen. Trust me, once you taste it, you might find yourself tempted to polish off the whole jar in one sitting!

And the best part? It’s vegan, paleo, gluten-free, and free from refined sugars and soy. Unlike store-bought chocolate spreads that contain unhealthy vegetable oils, soy, starch, palm oil, and additives, this recipe uses only natural, wholesome ingredients that are good for you. It’s rich, creamy, chocolatey, oh-so-satisfying, and will satisfy your sweet tooth without guilt
This Chocolate Boom! is incredibly versatile, perfect for spreading on toast, dipping with fruit, adding to smoothies, making shakes, or simply enjoying straight from the spoon. With nutrient-packed nuts, dates, and cocoa powder, it’s an energy powerhouse that’s sure to kickstart your day or lift your spirits whenever you need a pick-me-up.

And for the kids? They’ll love it too! Choco Nuts Butter is chocolaty and sweet, just what children like, but it’s packed with nutrition. Let them enjoy it on toast for breakfast, or as a wholesome snack with banana, apple, waffles, or even mixed with milk. here’s no need to worry about their health with this tasty treat around.

Ingredients Needed to make this Healthy Homemade Choco-Nuts Butter

• Raw Cashews:Provide creaminess and a rich texture.
• Walnuts:Add depth of flavour and additional creaminess.
• Medjool Dates or Pitted Dates:Naturally sweeten the nut butter and contribute to its smooth consistency.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder:Infuses deep chocolate flavour, enhancing richness.
• Vanilla Extract:Enhances taste with warm and aromatic notes.
• Cinnamon:Adds a hint of spice and warmth to complement the chocolate.
• Salt:Balances the sweetness and enhances overall flavour.
• Coconut MCT Oil (optional):Boosts creaminess without making it oily and adds a subtle shine.

Is This Choco-Nuts Butter a Good Post-Workout Snack?

Yes, it’s a fantastic post-workout snack. This rich, chocolatey, and creamy spread is made with nutrient-dense ingredients that support muscle recovery and overall nourishment. Here’s why it’s a great choice after your workout:

• Provides Healthy Fats: Cashews and walnuts offer heart-healthy fats that support recovery and help you feel satisfied.
• Replenishes Energy: Naturally sweetened with dates, it helps restore glycogen levels after exercise.
• Supports Muscle Repair: Nuts provide plant-based protein to aid in rebuilding and maintaining muscle tissue.
• Delivers Key Minerals: Cocoa, dates, and nuts are rich in magnesium and potassium, which help with muscle function and post-workout recovery.
• Quick and Convenient: Easy to enjoy straight from the spoon, spread on fruit, or stirred into a post-workout smoothie.

Note: This spread is best enjoyed after exercise. Due to its higher fat content, it may not be ideal as a pre-workout snack.

Why You’ll Love this Healthy Choco-Nuts Butter

• Rich Chocolate Flavour: Super chocolatey with a decadent, creamy texture.
• Satisfyingly Delicious: Sweet, rich, and perfect for your sweet tooth or when you’re craving a treat.
• Healthier Choice: Made with wholesome ingredients like nuts, dates, and cocoa powder—no refined sugars.
• Nutrient-Dense: Packed with healthy fats, fibre, and protein for sustained energy.
• Diet-Friendly: Suitable for various diets, including vegan, paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
• Versatile: Perfect for spreading, dipping, adding to smoothies, or enjoying straight from the spoon.
• Great for Pre- or Post-Workout: Provides a good balance of protein and healthy fats, making it an ideal snack to fuel your workout or assist with recovery.
• Kid-Friendly: Loved by both adults and children alike.
• Super Decadent: Rich in flavour and texture, offering a luxurious treat without the guilt.
• Easy to Make: A simple, no-fuss recipe that you can easily prepare at home.

Health Benefits & Nutrition of This Healthy Homemade Choco-Nuts Butter

• Walnuts:Rich in heart-healthy fats, particularly omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health and cognitive function. They also provide protein, fiber, and antioxidants that may reduce inflammation.
• Cashews:A good source of protein, healthy fats, and essential minerals like magnesium, iron, and zinc. Regular consumption may support heart health, weight management, and blood sugar control.
• Dates:Natural sweeteners high in fibre, which aids digestion. They also contain antioxidants and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium, supporting overall health.
• Cocoa Powder:Rich in flavonoids, which have antioxidant properties that may improve heart health by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Cocoa also contains minerals like magnesium and iron.
• Vanilla Extract:Contains antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory properties. It adds flavour without added sugars or artificial ingredients.
• Cinnamon:Known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It may help regulate blood sugar levels and has been linked to heart health benefits.
• Coconut Oil:Contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) that may boost energy and support brain health. However, it is high in saturated fats, so moderation is key.

Key Nutritional Benefits of This Healthy Homemade Choco-Nuts Butter

• Rich in Healthy Fats:Cashews and walnuts provide heart-healthy fats, including omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health and cognitive function.
• High in Fiber:Dates and nuts offer a generous amount of fiber, aiding digestion, regulating blood sugar, and promoting fullness.
• Energy Booster:Naturally sweetened with dates, which supply quick, natural sugars—perfect for an energy boost before or after a workout.
• Antioxidant-Rich:Cocoa powder, walnuts, and cashews contain antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress and fight free radicals, which contribute to aging and disease.
• Anti-Inflammatory Benefits:Cinnamon and walnuts have anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation, supporting joint and overall health.
• Supports Immunity:Dates and cinnamon contain antibacterial and antiviral compounds that help strengthen the immune system.
• Good Source of Plant-Based Protein:Protein from nuts helps support muscle growth, repair, and sustained energy levels.
• Rich in Essential Minerals:Cocoa powder and nuts provide magnesium, iron, and zinc, essential for energy production, immune function, and muscle health.
• Low in Sugar:Naturally sweetened with dates, avoiding refined sugars while maintaining a deliciously sweet taste—making it a healthier alternative to store-bought options.

How to Make the Best Choco-Nuts Butter

1. Soak the Nuts and Dates
   Start by soaking your raw cashews and walnuts in warm water for20–25 minutes. At the same time, soak the Medjool dates in a separate bowl of warm water. Ensure the water just covers the dates—you don’t need too much.

• Soaking the nuts helps soften them for blending.
• Soaking the dates makes them plump and easy to puree.
• Tip:Don’t forget to remove the seeds from the dates before soaking!

2. Toast the Nuts
   While the nuts are soaking, preheat your oven to180°C (356°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. After soaking, drain the nuts and spread them evenly on the tray.

• Toast for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant.
• If using pre-roasted nuts, toast for just 5–8 minutes to warm them up and enhance their flavour.
• Let the nuts cool completely before blending.

3. Blend the Nuts
   Transfer the cooled nuts to ahigh-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.

• Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure auniform texture.
• This forms your base nut butter, so ensure it’s well-blended.

4. Prepare the Date Paste
   Drain the soaked dates, but reserve the soaking water.

• Add the dates to the blender and blend until smooth and paste-like.
• If the mixture is too thick, add the reserved date water one tablespoon at a time to help with blending.

5. Combine the Ingredients
   Add the nut butter back into the blender with the date paste. Then, add the unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.

• Blend everything together until fully combined and smooth.
• If too thick, gradually add more of the reserved date water.
• For extra creaminess and shine, blend in coconut MCT oil, one teaspoon at a time.

Healthy Homemade Choco-Nuts Butter (Refined Sugar Free)

Annie, Healthy Food by Annie

This thick, creamy,and decadent homemade Choco-Nuts Butter is crafted with wholesome ingredientsfor a guilt-free treat. Versatile and perfect for spreading, dipping, or simplyenjoying straight from the spoon. Loved by both adults and children alike!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Cooling 10 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Breakfast, Healthy Snacks & Treats

Cuisine Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Refined Sugar Free, Vegan

Servings 25

Calories 136 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups raw cashews (280g)
• 1 ½ cups walnuts (150g)
• 1 ½ cups Medjool dates or pitted dates (or a mix of both)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoon coconut MCT oil for extra shine (Optional)
• Warm water (for soaking nuts and dates, as needed)

Instructions

 

• Preheat theOven: Preheat your oven to 180℃(356℉) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
• Soak theNuts: Place raw cashews and walnuts in warm water for 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and spread them in a single layer on the prepared tray.
• Toast theNuts: Toast the soaked nuts in the oven for 15 to20 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Once toasted, allow them to cool completely on the tray.
• Soak the Dates: While the nuts are cooling, soak the dates in just enough warm water to cover them.Push the dates down with a fork to ensure they are fully submerged. Let them soak for 20 minutes until soft and plump. Once ready,drain the dates, but reserve the soaking water for blending if needed
• Make theNut Butter: Transfer the cooled nuts to a food processor or high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
• Make theDate Paste: Add the soaked dates to the processor and blend until a smooth paste forms, adding reserved soaking water one tablespoons a time if needed.
• CombineEverything: Add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to the date paste and nut butter mixture. Blend until well combined. If the mixture is too thick, add reserved date water one table spoonat a time until desired consistency is reached. For extra shine, blend in coconut MCT oil one teaspoon at a time.
  

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Notes

Cooking Tips

✔Food processor is recommended as it makes blending the nuts and dates easier.

✔ Use Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: For a smoother consistency, mix it with a little boiling water before blending.

✔ Store: Transfer the Choco-Nuts Butter to a jar with a lid and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.

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