Keto-Friendly Nutella and Peanut Butter Sandwich

You can’t go wrong with a peanut butter sandwich—and the addition of a delicious homemade chocolate hazelnut Nutella spread takes things to a whole new level.

This easy keto-friendly Nutella and peanut butter sandwich recipe is unbelievably delicious, so give it a try!

Is peanut butter keto-friendly?

Depending on the brand you use, peanut butter can be a keto-friendly food choice. But you must read the label; many store-bought peanut butter brands are loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats (like soy or cottonseed oil). 

Keto-friendly peanut butter should be organic and have no more than two ingredients, including peanuts and sea salt.

Is nutella keto-friendly? 

Nutella and other brands of chocolate hazelnut butter are often advertised as a quick, healthy meal/snack, particularly for kids. But, there is a lot of misperception about the nutritional value of many commercially bought nut butters such as Nutella.

Nutella is loaded with sugar and unhealthy fat (like palm oil). A single serving of Nutella has 21 grams of sugar. Some generic chocolate hazelnut butter brands also add high fructose corn syrup and trans fats. 

If you love Nutella, you can still indulge if you make your own homemade version of the chocolate nut butter that’s 100% keto-friendly.

How to make ketogenic Nutella at home

Store-bought Nutella is loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats, but you can make a healthy version of homemade, keto-friendly chocolate hazelnut butter that’ll hit the spot. 

Homemade keto Nutella takes about 30 minutes to make. The ingredients include: 

• Hazelnuts

• Unsweetened cocoa powder 

• Coconut oil 

• Peanut butter

• Heavy cream 

• Erythritol 

• Liquid stevia

The cooking instructions include baking the hazelnuts for approximately 15 minutes, then blending the nuts in a food processor or blender, along with the other ingredients. 

You can find the full recipe and step-by-step instructions here.

Hold the banana!

On Healthy Keto™, you don’t want to top your toast or Nutella peanut butter sandwiches with banana slices. 

Bananas are often seen as a healthy food choice because they are associated with high potassium levels. But, a banana is also high in sugar, with as many as 22 grams of carbs each. Adding a banana to your Nutella sandwich will kick you out of ketosis. 

A medium-sized banana provides 358 mg of potassium. This seems like a lot until you compare it to one avocado (975 mg) or 2 cups of raw spinach (334 mg potassium). Chicken, tomatoes, broccoli, and asparagus are also great sources of potassium. 

It’s best not to have a banana sandwich on keto—even if you use keto-friendly bread. Instead of using a sliced banana, try adding keto-friendly fruits like blueberries and raspberries. 

Keto Nutella and peanut butter sandwich recipe

Make a delicious keto-friendly Nutella sandwich with peanut butter by following this simple recipe. This sandwich takes very little prep time after you’ve made your homemade keto-friendly Nutella. If you prefer a toasted or grilled sandwich, you can also toss it in a pan or in the oven for a few minutes.

Per serving: 600 calories, 46 g protein, 8 g net carbs, 71 g fat

Total time: 10 minutes

Servings: 1 

Ingredients:

2 slices low-carb bread

½ Tbsp homemade chocolate hazelnut butter

1 Tbsp organic peanut butter

1 Tbsp butter (optional)

Instructions:

1. Spread homemade chocolate hazelnut butter on one piece of bread and peanut butter on the other and press both pieces together. 

2. Optional: If you like a crispy grilled sandwich, spread ½ tablespoon of butter on the outside of each slice of bread and cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.

3. Cut the sandwich in half, garnish with your favorite low-carb berries, and enjoy your next favorite sandwich!

Note: The total calories and macros change when you add butter. If calories are a concern, you can reduce them by using one slice cut in half instead of two. 

Optional ingredients

There’s so much you can do with Nutella, peanut butter, and two slices of bread. Try adding some of these easy flavor boosters to your sandwich!

• Cinnamon 

• Cardamom

• Pumpkin pie spice

• Cayenne pepper (for an exciting spicy-sweet flavor)

• Freeze-dried raspberry powder (all-natural, no sugar added)

• Fresh blueberries or raspberries (if your net carb limit allows it)

• Organic, dried coconut flakes (no sugar added)

Key takeaways 

Who says you can’t eat a Nutella peanut butter sandwich on keto? Using low-carb ingredients, you can indulge in this simple sandwich recipe without kicking your body out of ketosis. 

There are some delicious alternatives to high-carb ingredients. You can substitute wheat flour bread with keto-friendly bread, sugary Nutella with homemade chocolate hazelnut butter, and sweetened peanut butter with organic sugar-free peanut butter.

With a little bit of butter and a pan, you can make it into a hot grilled sandwich with a warm, gooey inside. Or you can add some crunch by making it on toasted bread. 

This recipe takes just 10 minutes to make, so pour a cold glass of almond or coconut milk and enjoy a delicious keto-friendly Nutella peanut butter sandwich. 

You can find more keto-friendly recipes here!

FAQ

1. What kind of bread can I have on keto?

There are commercial brands of keto-friendly bread made of low-carb almond or coconut flour instead of wheat flour. You can also make your own homemade keto bread from low-carb flour. 

2. What is the best kind of peanut butter to have on keto?

The only type of peanut butter you should have on the keto diet is organic peanut butter that contains only peanuts and sea salt. Valencia peanuts are the healthiest version available because they are less likely to have mold and toxins compared to other types of peanuts. So, organic peanut butter made from Valencia peanuts is the best type of peanut butter to have on keto. 

3. What is a good alternative to bread to eat with peanut butter? 

Celery with nut butter (including peanut butter and almond butter) is an amazing choice on keto. You can also purchase keto-friendly bread or make your own keto bread at home!

4. Can I have a banana on keto?

No, bananas are not keto-friendly. One medium banana contains 27 grams of carbohydrates. One banana sandwich will kick you out of ketosis. 

5. Is Nutella keto-friendly?

No, Nutella is not keto-friendly. However, you can make your own keto-friendly Nutella at home.

6. Is peanut butter keto-friendly?

Peanut butter can be keto-friendly if you choose the right kind. Your peanut butter should have just two ingredients: peanuts and sea salt. Always check the nutrition facts and avoid peanut butter with added sugar and preservatives.

7. Is a peanut butter Nutella sandwich keto-friendly?

Nutella is not keto-friendly. However, you can make a keto peanut butter and Nutella sandwich by using homemade keto-friendly Nutella, peanut butter with no added sugar, and keto-friendly bread.

8. How do I find keto-friendly Nutella recipes?

You can find keto-friendly recipes on our blog that taste amazing. Try this delicious keto Nutella recipe. 

9. How many slices of wheat bread can I have per day on keto?

You shouldn’t consume any wheat bread on keto. However, you can enjoy low-carb bread on keto. The number of carbs depends on the type and brand—so always check the nutrition facts before you check out.

10. How much fat is in peanut butter?

Two tablespoons of peanut butter contain 16 grams of fat. 

11. Can I have a Nutella sandwich on keto?

No, store-bought Nutella is not keto-friendly. However, you can enjoy eating a sandwich with homemade keto Nutella.

12. Can I have Nutella and toasted bread on keto?

Store-bought Nutella is not keto-friendly because it contains added sugar. However, you can make your own Nutella at home using 100% keto-friendly ingredients. Keep in mind that you also need to use keto-friendly toast. One slice of wheat bread can kick you out of ketosis. 

13. Which sandwiches are keto-friendly?

Most traditional sandwiches are not keto-friendly because they use high-carb breads. However, many sandwiches can be keto-friendly if you use keto bread. Meat, cheese, and vegetables are all safe to have on keto. You can also make peanut butter Nutella sandwiches using homemade Nutella and peanut butter without added sugar.