Nuttelex is actually neither a margarine nor a butter, it is in-fact a unique table spread made from the finest blend of plant oils without the use of artificial additives or preservatives. Nuttelex is also free from many common allergens found in butter, margarine & other table spreads such as gluten, crustacea, egg, fish, peanut oil, added sulphites, lactose, milk, tree nut oil, corn oil, soy and sesame.
Yes, there should be a Nuttelex variety for you to try. Many people with a food allergy or intolerance have successfully included Nuttelex in their diet for many years. As a result, we make every effort to keep the integrity of our product. We try hard to keep out possible allergens however it is important to always pay careful attention to your own personal circumstances and consult a health professional as required. Nuttelex is free from gluten, crustacea, egg, fish, peanut oil, added sulphites, lactose, milk, tree nut oil, soy, potato, corn oil and sesame.
Nuttelex is virtually free from trans fats at 0.4% or lower. Nuttelex also contains 65% or less saturated fat than butter. In addition, Nuttelex is made with vegetable oils. Vegetable oils contain higher content of the good fats (monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat) and are lower in saturated fat. As part of a healthy diet, CSIRO and Heart Foundation recommend the use of margarine / table spread over butter. Using Nuttelex Original in place of butter will reduce the saturated fat intake by 2.5kg* per year *Based on 20g of margarine versus 20g of butter per day.
We make Nuttelex in our own purpose built facility in Knoxfield Melbourne. The main ingredient is vegetable oil and depending on the type of Nuttelex we are making on that day, we will mix up a number of types of oils to ensure our spreads deliver good spreadability, texture or firmness. These vegetable oils are then mixed with a brine solution we also make up ourselves consisting of water and salt. Then we add emulsifiers made from vegetable oil which ensure the water and oil component of our spreads don’t separate later in the tub. Finally a very small amount of vitamins and flavour are added and the total mixture is then rapidly cooled and packed into the tubs. Then its off to our massive cool-room until we deliver them to your supermarket.
Nuttelex Zero (formerly known as Nuttelex with Coconut) is the only Australian made palm oil free table spread available in supermarkets. In our other Nuttelex products we make up our own ‘”vegetable oil” blends using a number of oils mixed with a some certified sustainable palm oil to make our products spreadable. Without the addition of this ingredient, our spread would remain a liquid, as we do not use milk solids, soy solids, animal fats or artificial thickeners in our products.
Although we keep up to date with advances in food technology, as yet there are no other oils that we are aware of that can be substituted to make our natural seed oil spreads that will meet our special needs: virtually trans-fat free, GM free, vegan, and free from a wide variety of allergens including gluten, corn, soy, egg, wheat, nut oils and dairy.
Zero is different to our regular Nuttelex products in taste, texture and ingredients. However, many of our loyal Nuttelex customers have asked us for a palm oil free product and we wanted to deliver it. Although it has meant years of R & D and essentially creating an entirely new type of product based on different processes and ingredients from our existing Nuttelex spreads. The result, is the world’s first (to our knowledge), 100% palm-free (including emulsifiers) table spread, enriched with the goodness of coconut oil.
NO all all our tubs are BPA free.
Proudly Australia made and owned our priority at Nuttelex is to always source locally where we can as we believe in the importance home-grown manufacturing. We also value the local know-how and work of the hundreds of local suppliers who help us make the highest quality table spreads. Some ingredients we use such coconut oil however, is imported because our small island nation does not have the capacity to produce every ingredient we need for Nuttelex’s specific needs i.e GM free, vegan & vegetarian, and free from common allergens.
No, Nuttelex does not use any MSG
Yes, just ensure you thaw it in the fridge, as with all Nuttelex spreads, it is preservative free, so must always be refrigerated.
Yes, our tubs & lids are made from a super light-weight and recyclable PP (code 5). We also ship to store in 100% recycled corrugated boxes; use paper not foil as our lid insert.
Australian made and owned since 1932, at Nuttelex we have always been proud to partner with local, like-minded growers and manufacturers to create our unique range of plant based table spreads. Some ingredients such as sunflower oil however, are not produced here in Australia in commercial quantities for food consumption, while others like olive oil that we do source locally, occasionally may also need to be sourced from overseas. Therefore, the country percentages shown on our new labels are the minimum quantity because the percentages of local versus overseas ingredients may vary from time to time depending on availability. And, as a small family owned company, we believe it would be environmentally and financially irresponsible to change over our packaging each and every time there are shortages in raw ingredients. So, these labels are in effect, worse case scenario. In reality, the percentages can be higher values.
Right here in Australia! Packed with homegrown goodness, our fresh, full-bodied stocks contain no less than 99% Australian Ingredients.
Manufactured in our very own, purpose-built, state-of-the-art factory in Cranbourne West, Nuttelex stocks are proudly made in Melbourne, Australia.
Yes. In fact, our plant-based stocks are 100% natural. Simmered long and slow using the finest produce, each unique Nuttelex stock- blend delivers a flavour bomb of natural goodness.
It’s not just our delicious, wholesome and authentic flavours, that sets Nuttelex stocks apart. It’s also about what you wont find in our products:
Nope, not Nuttelex stocks!
Our team worked hard to develop a unique low-sodium lineup. Wonderfully balanced with nature’s finest plant-powered flavours, our stocks contain just the right amount of salt to deliver exceptional taste while keeping well below the threshold for those seeking low-sodium foods.
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand classify “low salt” as 120 milligrams of sodium per 100 grams and all our Nuttelex stocks sit comfortably below this.
Nuttelex stocks are vegan-certified, vegetarian, halal suitable and contain no dairy, no lactose, no gluten and no nuts.
Our stocks are also free from corn, maize, soy, capsicum, black bean and vegetable oils.
If you have a specific concern about a particular ingredient not mentioned here, please send us a message via the contact form, and our team can advise you further.
Nuttelex Veggie Stock:
Brimming with clean, crisp garden veggie flavours with a whisper of herbaceous aromatics, use this stock to add delicious depth to risottos, stews & curries. Sub for H₂O in sauces, pasta and vegetable bakes to add a brilliant boost of flavour.
Nuttelex Chicken Style Stock:
Cleverly crafted, this comforting plant-based take delivers sumptuous layers of velvety, veggie umami flavours. Lends depth to soups, roasts and sautés and instantly elevates couscous, rice, barley, freekeh and quinoa.
Nuttelex Beef Style Stock:
Echoing the robust, hearty richness of traditional beef stock, this pure-plant-derived brew hits all the right notes with a subtle savoury base. A must for earthy lentil or bean stews, minestrone soup, vegan shepherd pie and vegan gravies.
The flavour we use in Nuttelex stocks is plant-derived and part of our unique recipe which is proprietary information. If you have a specific allergy to a certain plant ingredient that concerns you, please send us a message via the contact form and our team will be happy to advise if that particular ingredient or a derivative, is used as part of the flavour.
Unopened, always store your Nuttelex stock in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Once opened, place in the fridge (at 4ºC or below) and consume within 3-5 days.
Any leftover stock can be stored safely in the fridge for up to 3–5 days, just ensure the cap is secured.
Our stocks have a 12-month shelf life. You will find the “Best Before” date located on the top of the carton above the spout.
Yes, but be sure to use a freezer-safe container or bag, and always thaw in the fridge (not on the bench) before using. Note: For optimal flavour use the frozen stock within 4-6 months.
Signs that your stock has spoiled include an off-smell, change in colour, mould, or a sour taste. If in doubt, always throw it out. If, however, it is a brand-new purchase, please contact our customer care team for advice.
The best-before dates on Nuttelex stocks refer to the optimal period recommended to enjoy our stocks at their finest. If your Nuttelex product is slightly beyond its best-before date, and the carton is in perfect order with no visible dents, leaks or degradation, it may be okay, but please be aware the product is past its prime and will not be as flavourful as intended.
No. Leftover stock should always be refrigerated or frozen to avoid spoilage.
Heat only the amount you’ll consume, as repeated reheating can affect the safety and quality of our stocks.
Quality, freshness, food safety, usability and reduced environmental impact helped shape our decision to use Tetra Pak containers for our stocks. This pack format offers several benefits that include:
Yes. The packaging we use are recyclable:
Yes. All our Nuttelex stock packaging is free from BPA (Bisphenol A) and Phthalates.
Most suburbs do curb side collection for tetra packaging recycling – check the options in your area here https://recyclingnearyou.com.au/.