{"id":2893,"date":"2024-10-13T17:04:24","date_gmt":"2024-10-13T14:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/colorfulmango.com\/staging\/6358\/?p=2893"},"modified":"2025-01-10T19:26:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T17:26:38","slug":"vegan-nutella-christmas-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/colorfulmango.com\/staging\/6358\/vegan-nutella-christmas-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy & Vegan Nutella Christmas Tree (gluten-free)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Saw the famous Nutella Christmas Tree recipe on TikTok but promised yourself to eat healthier this holiday season? No worries! Here\u2019s a healthier yet delicious version that\u2019s also vegan and gluten-free.<\/strong> I\u2019ve swapped Nutella for chocolate hazelnut butter<\/strong> and used oat and chickpea flour instead of wheat flour.<\/p>

Drooling already? Let\u2019s make this festive treat together!<\/p>

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Step-by-step instructions<\/h2>

Step 1.<\/strong>
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of chickpea flour, 2 cups of oat flour, 2 teaspoons of Ceylon cinnamon, and 5 tablespoons of coconut or date sugar.<\/p>

Step 2.<\/strong>
Gradually add 4 tablespoons of melted coconut oil and 1\/3 cup of water, stirring until the dough comes together. If the dough is too dry, add a bit more water as needed.<\/p>

Step 3.<\/strong>
Place the dough in the fridge and let it chill for 10 minutes.<\/p>

Step 4.<\/strong>
On a floured surface, roll the dough out into a long, thin pastry sheet.<\/p>

Step 5.<\/strong>
Spread the chocolate hazelnut butter over half of the dough. Fold the other half over to cover the filling.<\/p>

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Step 6.<\/strong>
Shape the folded dough into a large Christmas tree.<\/p>

Step 7.<\/strong>
Cut small slits along the sides of the tree to form branches, then twist each branch slightly to create a tree-like appearance.<\/p>

Step 8.<\/strong>
Bake the Christmas tree at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.<\/p>

Step 9.<\/strong>
Once baked, sprinkle shredded coconut on top. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!<\/p>

Extra tip:<\/strong> Use leftover dough for nutella filled cookies.<\/p>

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Is there a substitute for chickpea flour?<\/strong><\/h2>

Yes, you can use almond flour or buckwheat flour instead of chickpea flour. Both options work well and maintain the nutty flavor.<\/p>

Can I use another type of sweetener?<\/strong><\/h2>

Of course! You can swap coconut or date sugar for maple syrup or agave syrup. Just adjust the water amount as needed to maintain the right dough consistency.<\/p>

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Optional add-ins<\/h2>
  1. Gingerbread Spice:<\/strong> A pinch of gingerbread spice makes the cookie even more festive.<\/li>
  2. Cacao Powder:<\/strong> Adding a tablespoon of cacao powder to the dough makes the treat even richer.<\/li>
  3. Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> A teaspoon of vanilla extract mixed into the dough enhances the overall flavor profile.<\/li><\/ol>

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