Easy Walnut Butter
Here’s how to make homemade walnut butter! It comes out creamy and subtly sweet, ideal for spreading on toast, oatmeal and more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Essentials
- Method: Food Processor
- Cuisine: Nut Butter
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 cups raw walnuts
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or granulated sugar*)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt (omit if using salted nuts)
- ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spread the nuts out onto a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 5 to 6 minutes, until fragrant and toasted. Allow to cool for a minute on the tray.
- Immediately add the nuts to food processor while they’re warm and process for about 3 to 4 minutes. You’ll see them start out crumbly, then get gradually creamier and creamier.
- Add the sugar, vanilla, salt and cinnamon. Scrape down the bowl and process again for about 1 minute. Taste and add additional salt as necessary.
- Transfer the walnut butter to a jar. Store refrigerated for up to 1 month.
Notes
*Or substitute another solid sugar. Do not use honey or maple syrup, as liquid sweeteners change the texture of the walnut butter.
Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/walnut-butter/
