You know that moment when you're craving something sweet, and then coffee suddenly sounds perfect too?
Or you're craving coffee… and your brain immediately votes for something sweet on top.
That's exactly why Nutella coffee works so well. It's rich, cozy, and takes almost no effort to pull off at home.
Below you'll learn what Nutella coffee is, how to make it in minutes, the best coffee to use, and a realistic way to estimate the calories based on your exact ingredients!
What is Nutella coffee?
Nutella coffee is a sweet and creamy beverage with a hint of hazelnut. It's topped with whipped cream to make it extra decadent, and you can finish it with an additional drizzle of chocolate sauce!
This recipe comes together in about five minutes, which makes it perfect for busy mornings, a cozy afternoon treat, or whenever you want dessert and coffee in the same cup.
It's a delicious combination of two of my favorite things, and if you also love coffee and Nutella, you'll be amazed by this recipe.
What ingredients are used in this recipe?
This Nutella coffee is easy to make and requires just a few ingredients. Have a look below for the full breakdown:
- Brewed coffee
- Nutella
- Whipped cream
- Optional: A drizzle of chocolate sauce (or a pinch of cocoa) is a fun finishing touch, but the drink is already great without it.
I'll discuss which coffee suits this recipe best a bit further down.
In this recipe, I like to add a bit of whipped cream. It'll give the coffee a bit more depth and thickness.
The combination of freshly brewed coffee, Nutella, and whipped cream is a winner. You can also choose to add a drizzle of chocolate sauce to finish the drink.
But this is all up to you. It's a great way to customize this drink to your preference!
Tip: You can easily make the chocolate sauce at home; you can find the full recipe here.
Why Nutella is a great add-in for your daily coffee
Nutella is basically a shortcut to a café-style flavor.
Stir a spoonful into hot coffee, and you instantly get that chocolate-hazelnut vibe without needing a bunch of syrups or extra steps.
It's also easy to keep on hand, making it a great guest coffee option when friends or family visit, and you want something that feels a little special.
Best of all, you can make it work with whatever coffee you already love, from a quick pod to a slow French press!
What is the best coffee to use?
Making Nutella coffee at home is incredibly easy, and the best part is that you can use your favorite coffee!
For the easiest Nutella coffee, brew a nice cup of coffee using your Nespresso or Keurig machine.
Add the desired amount of Nutella to freshly brewed coffee and stir until well mixed.
The result is a rich, chocolatey coffee with a subtle hazelnut finish, basically a lazy-day mocha that tastes way fancier than it should.
A few other ways of making coffee at home are with the following coffee brewers:
- Chemex
- Hario V60
- French press
The first two, the Chemex and Hario V60, are pour over coffee brewers.
The coffee they produce is slightly milder and more refined, making it an exceptional base for this drink.
You can also use the French press, which is my favorite coffee brewer for this recipe.
The French press produces a more robust coffee because the ground coffee is steeped in water, resulting in the strongest brew among the three brewers.
Depending on your flavor preference, you can choose one of the coffee brewers above.
Tip: If you want to learn how to brew coffee with them, you can check out my beginner's guide to brewing coffee!
Now that you know all about it, let's jump into the recipe so you can make it yourself:
Hot Nutella Coffee
This easy-to-make Nutella coffee will make your mornings even more perfect!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup (0.18 l) of brewed coffee
- 2 tbsp (30 grams) of Nutella
- A serving of whipped cream
Instructions
Collect all the ingredients needed for the recipe. After that, follow the steps below to make your Nutella coffee:
- The first step in this recipe is brewing the coffee. Make sure to choose the coffee that you love the most.
- After your coffee is brewed, grab a tall glass.
- Add the Nutella to the glass.
- Pour roughly half the coffee into the glass.
- Stir the Nutella and coffee until everything is well-combined. This can take a few seconds.
- Then, pour the remaining coffee into the glass and give it another mix.
- Finally, finish your Nutella coffee with a serving of whipped cream.
- You can serve it with a straw or spoon so you can easily stir the whipped cream through the coffee.
Now, all there's left to do is enjoying your homemade Nutella coffee!
Notes
You can use as much or as little whipped cream in your coffee; this depends on the level of sweetness you prefer in your daily coffee.
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Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 251Total Fat: 15.4gSaturated Fat: 6/8gUnsaturated Fat: 1.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 41mgCarbohydrates: 24.5gFiber: 1gSugar: 22.6gProtein: 2.6g
How many calories are in Nutella coffee?
The calories in Nutella coffee depend on two things: how much Nutella you use and how much whipped cream you add on top.
As a quick rule of thumb, 2 tablespoons of Nutella is approximately 200 calories.
Whipped cream varies significantly by brand and the amount you use, so it's best to check the label (or treat it as bonus calories and keep the topping light if you prefer).
If you want the same flavor with fewer calories, the easiest change is simply using a smaller spoonful of Nutella or skipping the whipped cream.
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Can I put Nutella in more coffee recipes?
Before closing off this article, you might be wondering if you can put your Nutella into more coffee recipes!
Guess what?
You can! Here are a few great examples:
Conclusion
I hope you try this Nutella coffee, it's one of those recipes that feels like a treat, but takes almost no effort.
If you love sweet coffee and you're a Nutella fan, this one is hard to beat.
It's also a fun surprise drink to make when you have morning visitors and want something a little different without having to pull out a bunch of ingredients.
And if you're on a Nutella kick, check out the recipes below. There are a few easy variations that are just as simple to make.
Do you prefer your coffee on the sweeter side? Let me know in the comments!
