Description
Homemade Almond Butter is a creamy, nutritious delight that elevates any meal or snack. With its rich, nutty flavor and customizable sweetness, this easy recipe allows you to create your own almond butter free from additives. Perfect for spreading on toast, swirled into smoothies, or enjoyed straight from the jar, this homemade treat will quickly become a kitchen staple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp refined coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering almonds, salt, sweetener, coconut oil, a high-powered blender or food processor, and a spatula.
- Add almonds to the blender or food processor; blend on low speed for about 5 minutes until they start breaking down.
- Every minute, scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure even blending.
- Once creamy, add salt and your choice of sweetener; blend until fully incorporated.
- Drizzle in coconut oil while blending for an ultra-smooth texture.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Spread
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (32g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg