Is Nutella safe if you have a milk (dairy) allergy?
Avoid
Yes, Nutella contains skim milk powder. Nutella is unsafe for anyone with a milk allergy at any severity.
Why this verdict
- Skim milk powder is listed in the official Nutella ingredient list.
- All Nutella products produced for the European and US markets contain milk.
Watch out for
- Hazelnut spreads marketed as 'like Nutella' — check the label, many also contain milk.
- Pastries made with Nutella, where the dairy is not separately declared.
Safer alternatives
- Vegan hazelnut-cocoa spreads (e.g. Nocciolata Dairy-Free, Pascha Hazelnut)
- Pure cocoa spreads with no dairy
Frequently asked
Is there a dairy-free Nutella?
Ferrero does not currently produce a dairy-free Nutella. Several brands sell vegan hazelnut-cocoa alternatives that are dairy-free.
Does Nutella contain lactose?
Yes — the milk powder in Nutella contains lactose. People with lactose intolerance also typically need to avoid it.