Creamy Almond Butter

Homemade Almond Butter Recipe

If you're a fan of nut butters, you'll love making your own almond butter at home! It's incredibly easy, and you can customize the flavors to suit your taste. Follow this simple recipe to create a creamy, delicious almond butter that’s perfect for spreading on toast, adding to smoothies, or just enjoying by the spoonful!

Ingredients:

- 3 cups raw almonds

- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

- 2 tbls of ground coffee (optional)

- Honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)

Instructions:

1. Roast the Almonds (Optional): For a deeper flavor, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spread the almonds on a baking sheet. Roast for about 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden and fragrant. Let them cool before proceeding.

2. Process the Almonds: Place the raw (or roasted) almonds in a food processor. Start processing on high speed. It may take a bit of time, but patience is key!

3. Watch the Transformation: Initially, the almonds will break down into whole pieces, then into a fine powder. Keep processing, and you'll notice it will become clumpy as the oils begin to release.

4. Scrape the Sides: About 2 to 3 minutes into processing, stop to scrape down the sides of the bowl. This will help incorporate all the almond bits and speed up the process.

5. Achieve a Smooth Texture: Continue processing for another 2 to 3 minutes until the almond butter is smooth and creamy. This step is crucial—don’t be alarmed if it looks clumpy at times; it will eventually come together!

6. Season the Almond Butter: Once you reach the desired smoothness, add the salt, cinnamon, and ground coffee. Process for an additional 10 to 20 seconds to blend the flavors.

7. Taste and Sweeten: Give your almond butter a taste. If you prefer a sweeter flavor, add a teaspoon or more of honey or maple syrup. Process for another 5 to 10 seconds to incorporate the sweetness. 

8. Store Your Almond Butter: Transfer your almond butter to a clean, airtight jar. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks (if it lasts that long!).

Tips:

- If you want a chunkier almond butter, simply reserve a handful of chopped almonds and stir them in at the end.

- Experiment with flavors! You can add cocoa powder for a chocolate almond butter or even a pinch of sea salt for a salted version.

Enjoy your homemade almond butter on toast, in smoothies, or straight from the jar! It’s a nutritious and delicious addition to your pantry that you’ll be proud to make yourself!