Homemade Almond Butter
Homemade almond butter is a creamy, nutty spread that enhances your favorite snacks while providing a healthy boost. With just a handful of ingredients, you can easily whip up this delightful treat at home. Perfect for slathering on toast, dipping fruits, or enjoying straight from the jar, this almond butter is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Embrace the joy of creating your own spread and elevate snack time with this wholesome recipe.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings (16 tbsp) 1x
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon or 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your blender or food processor.
- Add the raw almonds to the blender.
- Blend on low speed, gradually increasing until smooth and creamy (about 10 minutes). Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Once creamy, add sea salt and any optional sweeteners or spices. Blend until fully combined.
- Transfer almond butter to an airtight jar and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp (16g)
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Protein: 3.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, roast your almonds at 350°F for 10-12 minutes before blending. - Experiment with different add-ins like cocoa powder or various nuts for unique flavors.