The Best Almond Butter Recipe: Simple, Healthy & Delicious
Discover how to make the creamiest and most flavorful homemade almond butter in just a few simple steps! We start by roasting the almonds in the oven, enhancing their natural nuttiness and bringing out a richer, deeper flavor.
Equipment
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Baking paper
- Oven
- Food processor or high-power blender
- Spatula
- Airtight jar for storage
Ingredients
- 420 gr of raw almonds unblanched with skins on
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1-2 tbsp honey maple syrup, or agave syrup for sweetness
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for flavor
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 180°C - 350°F
Prepare the Almonds
- Place the 420 grams of almonds on a rimmed baking sheet lined with baking paper. Spread them out evenly to ensure they roast properly
Roast the Almonds
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the almonds for about 20 minutes
- Stir the almonds halfway through the roasting time to promote even cooking
Check for Doneness
- After 20 minutes, check the almonds. They should smell fragrant, and some may start to crack. Remove them from the oven at this point to prevent burning
Cool the Almonds
- Transfer the roasted almonds to a cold stainless steel pan you can chill it beforehand to cool them down more quickly. Let them cool until they are lukewarm
Blend the Almonds
- Once cooled, pour the almonds into your food processor or blender
- Begin blending the almonds. Initially, they will be crumbly; don’t worry
- As you blend, keep your spatula handy. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides to ensure all almonds are processed evenly
- For chunky almond butter: Stop blending when you achieve a thicker, textured mix.
- For smooth almond butter: Blend longer until it becomes creamy.
Add Salt
- Once you reach a creamy consistency, add a good pinch of salt to taste. Blend briefly to incorporate it.
Achieve the Desired Consistency
- Continue blending until you reach a smooth and creamy consistency. This may take about 5-10 minutes, depending on your equipment
- If the almond butter is too thick and not blending well, you may add a small amount of oil like almond oil or neutral oil to help.
Taste Test and Adjust
- Taste the almond butter and adjust the salt
- If desired, add sweeteners, or vanilla extract. Blend briefly to incorporate these ingredients
Transfer and Store
- Once ready, transfer your homemade almond butter into a clean, airtight jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to several weeks (if it lasts that long!)