Chocolate hazelnut spread toast

Chocolate hazelnut spread toast recipe videos

Chocolate hazelnut spread toast is a popular breakfast or snack where creamy, sweet chocolate-hazelnut spread is slathered on toasted bread. It typically uses sliced bread, butter (optional), and a generous layer of the spread, which originated in Italy and became globally famous through brands like Nutella.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates and fats, with the spread providing quick energy and some hazelnut-derived nutrients like vitamin E, while the bread adds B vitamins. A typical serving with two tablespoons of spread and one slice of toast ranges from 250 to 350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	15 g
Sodium	150 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Vitamin E	4 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Folate	30 mcg
Copper	0.3 mg

Per 1 slice of toast with 2 tbsp spread (approx. 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it evolved from a post-WWII Italian pastry innovation and is now a symbol of simple indulgence worldwide, while nutritionally, it's often enjoyed as a quick energy boost despite its high sugar content.