Homemade Almond Butter
Homemade almond butter is a creamy and nutritious spread that elevates your breakfast to gourmet levels. With its rich, nutty flavor and smooth texture, this easy recipe transforms toast, pancakes, and smoothies into delightful treats. Made from just a few simple ingredients, you can customize your almond butter with sweeteners or spices to match your taste preferences. Say goodbye to store-bought versions and enjoy the fresh, wholesome goodness of homemade almond butter in minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings (1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your blender or food processor.
- Add the raw almonds to the blender and blend on high speed until they break down into a gritty texture.
- Continue blending for 10-15 minutes until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Once achieved, add salt and any optional sweeteners; blend again to combine.
- Transfer almond butter to an airtight container and enjoy on toast, pancakes, or in smoothies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (16g)
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, roast almonds at 350°F for 10-12 minutes before blending. - Mix in spices like cinnamon or cocoa powder for unique variations. - Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks; if it hardens, let it sit at room temperature before stirring.