Blog94: World Nutella Day (February 5th)

Nutella is a spread flavored with hazelnut and cocoa. First introduced in Italy in 1964, the product is popular throughout the world. World Nutella Day, first held in 2007, was the brainchild of Nutella enthusiast and blogger Sara Rosso. Fans love it. Each year Nutella maker Ferrero selects one Nutella lover to lead the celebration. On February 5, Nutella fans post pictures, recipes, and messages declaring their love and loyalty to the popular spread. Basically, World Nutella Day is the day to share all your ideas with the world!

So, spread some love on your kid. Is your kid bored of the regular snacks you serve him? Does your kid love Nutella? If your kid loves Nutella, or if you want your kid to discover its taste, try out the interesting recipes here to pamper his tiny taste buds.

So here I'm with the easiest recipe ever, try it out. 

Nutella And Banana Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 2 Bread slices
• 2 Tbsp Nutella
• 1 banana (sliced)
• 2 Tbsp butter

Procedure:

1. Apply the Nutella on the bread slices. Add the banana slices and add another bread slice on top to make a sandwich.

2. Melt the butter in a pan and add the sandwich. Cook until it turns golden brown.

You can also make homemade Nutella. Learn how to make homemade Nutella with just a few ingredients. Here is the recipe: 

Homemade Nutella

Ingredients:

• 250 g roasted hazelnuts
• 1 cup of caster sugar
• 1/4th cup of cocoa powder
• 1/4th cup of almond oil/ coconut oil
• ½ Tbsp vanilla extract

Procedure:

1. Churn the hazelnuts in a food processor to make a smooth powder.

2. Add sugar, vanilla and cocoa powder to the hazelnut powder. Churn the mix again.

3. Slowly add the oil. Mix to get a smooth consistency.

Is Nutella Healthy?

• Nutella is marketed as a breakfast food, the smartest way to use it is in moderation as a dessert spread.
• If you are a fan of Nutella, it’s okay to enjoy a small amount of it from time to time. Do not use it regularly. 
• However, don’t be fooled into thinking that it makes a healthy addition to your diet or your kid’s toast or sandwich, no matter what advertisements may suggest. You can give 2-3 tablespoons to your child but once in a week or twice in a month.

Take Away:

Because Nutella is high in sugar and calories, it should be used more as a dessert than as a breakfast spread. If you eat it, eat it in moderation.

Also Read: Blog18: Bitter Sweet Treat: Dark Chocolate

Thank You!