1 tablespoon (medium) of Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter (16 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 628 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 9.7 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Manganese covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

What is Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter?

Unsweetened hazelnut butter is made by grinding hazelnuts, often roasted, until their natural oils turn them into a thick, spreadable paste. With no added sugar, it tastes distinctly nutty, sometimes lightly toasted, and may retain a little graininess. Spread it on toast, stir it into porridge or smoothies, or pair it with sliced fruit; it also works in baking and sauces.

Compared with sweetened chocolate-hazelnut spreads, its flavour is more direct and less dessert-like. It is rich in fats and provides fibre and plant protein; a tablespoon is often plenty for a topping. For a simple snack, try it with banana or apple, or thin it with a little warm water for a drizzle.

Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

628

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

16.7g

· 6% DV

Protein

14.9g

· 30% DV

Fat

60.8g

· 78% DV

Fiber

9.7g

· 35% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 9% · Fat 81%

Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

15mg · 100% DV

Biotin

24µg · 80% DV

0.56mg · 33% DV

0.25mg · 21% DV

Minerals

Manganese

6mg · 261% DV

Copper

2mg · 222% DV

Phosphorus

290mg · 41% DV

Magnesium

163mg · 39% DV

How Nutritious Is Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter?

Nutrient density

Very high

80/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

52/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter

To burn the 628 calories in 100 g:

🚶

155min

Walking (5 km/h)

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64min

Running (8 km/h)

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85min

Cycling

🏊

73min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts yes

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.5g

MONOUNSATURATED

46.6g

POLYUNSATURATED

7.9g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 86.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (86.7:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Unsweetened Hazelnut Butter

Is unsweetened hazelnut butter good for you?

Yes, unsweetened hazelnut butter provides fiber, protein, and mostly unsaturated fats. It is also energy-dense, so a measured spoonful can be a practical addition to toast, oats, or a snack without turning it into the main part of the meal.

What can you eat unsweetened hazelnut butter with?

Unsweetened hazelnut butter works well on toast, stirred into oatmeal or yogurt, and blended into smoothies. It also pairs naturally with banana, pear, or dark chocolate when you want a sweeter-tasting snack without adding sugar to the spread.

How do you make unsweetened hazelnut butter at home?

Blend roasted hazelnuts in a powerful food processor until they break down from crumbs into a smooth paste, stopping to scrape the sides as needed. The nuts release their own oil, so a simple homemade version does not need added sugar or oil.

Why does unsweetened hazelnut butter have oil on top?

The oil is naturally released from ground hazelnuts and can rise to the surface while the jar sits. This is normal, not a sign that the butter has gone bad. Stir it thoroughly with a clean, dry spoon before serving.

Should unsweetened hazelnut butter be refrigerated after opening?

It does not always need refrigeration: a tightly closed jar can be kept in a cool, dry cupboard away from sunlight. Refrigeration can help preserve freshness for longer, but makes the spread firmer, so let it stand briefly before using if needed.

How is unsweetened hazelnut butter different from peanut butter?

Unsweetened hazelnut butter is made from hazelnuts and has their distinctive, often more dessert-like flavor; peanut butter is made from peanuts and tastes different. Both can be spread on toast or stirred into recipes, but they are not interchangeable if hazelnut flavor matters.

Is unsweetened hazelnut butter the same as Nutella?

No. Unsweetened hazelnut butter is a ground-nut spread with no added sugar, while Nutella is a sweetened cocoa-and-hazelnut spread. Their sweetness, ingredients, and flavor are different, so unsweetened hazelnut butter is not a direct taste-for-taste replacement.

Can you bake with unsweetened hazelnut butter?

Yes, it adds hazelnut flavor to cookies, brownies, cakes, and homemade snack bars. Because it is thick and contains natural oil, replacing all the butter or oil in a recipe can change its texture; start by substituting only part of the fat.

Does unsweetened hazelnut butter contain sugar?

Unsweetened hazelnut butter has no added sugar, but hazelnuts naturally contain a small amount of sugar. That means “unsweetened” does not mean completely sugar-free; the amount in a serving is different from that in a sweetened hazelnut spread.

Can you freeze unsweetened hazelnut butter?

Yes, you can freeze it in a tightly sealed, freezer-safe container, preferably in portions you will use at once. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir well afterward, since the texture or natural oil separation may change during freezing.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 24, 2026