Get the Recipe: How to Make Almond Butter
For the best almond butter you’ve ever tasted, make it yourself! Here’s how to make almond butter at home, with honey, vanilla, and cinnamon for cozy flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 cups raw almonds
- 2 - 3 tablespoons olive oil or another natural oil (more or less depending on the consistency you want)
- 1 - 2 tablespoons honey (more or less, depending on how sweet you want it)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375ºF.
- Place the almonds on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with vanilla and cinnamon until they are evenly coated. Roast for 10 minutes.
- Let the almonds cool completely to room temperature. When cooled, transfer the almonds to a high-speed blender (vitamix or blendtec) or food processor. If you are using a blender, make sure you remove the cap on the lid and use the tamper to push the almonds into the blade while it's blending for easier, more even blending.
- Add the oil (start with 1 tablespoon and add more as needed) and honey. Use more or less honey, depending on how sweet you like your almond butter. You will notice the almonds will change consistency throughout the process before becoming smooth and creamy. If you feel it is too thick, add more oil to make it creamier.
- Once it has become creamy and smooth, transfer it to an airtight container for storage. A mason jar works well.
Notes
- Almond butter tastes great with toast, banana slices and a dash of cinnamon. You can also spread it over rice cakes and make a healthy snack.
- Store in fridge for a longer shelf life.
- Recipe makes about 2 cups. It can easily be halved if you want a smaller batch.
Serving: 2tablespoons, Calories: 227kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 20g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 13g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Sodium: 0.5mg, Potassium: 264mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 1IU, Vitamin C: 0.01mg, Calcium: 98mg, Iron: 1mg