Easy Homemade Almond Butter
Make your own luscious, velvety almond butter at home with this easy and wholesome recipe! Requiring just two ingredients—raw almonds and an optional pinch of salt—this creamy spread is roasted to perfection and blended to a silky-smooth finish in under 30 minutes. By roasting the almonds beforehand, the natural oils are released, creating an irresistible nutty aroma and rich flavor that store-bought versions can’t compete with. Perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into oatmeal, or adding to smoothies, this homemade almond butter is a simple, budget-friendly, and preservative-free alternative for your pantry. Plus, it stores beautifully for weeks, making it a must-try staple for healthy eating enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups raw almonds
- 0.25 teaspoons salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the raw almonds in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
Roast the almonds in the oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to over-toast them.
Allow the almonds to cool slightly for 5-10 minutes after roasting.
Transfer the almonds to a high-speed blender or a food processor.
Blend on high speed, pausing every 1-2 minutes to scrape down the sides with a spatula if needed.
Continue blending for about 10-15 minutes. The almonds will go through stages: crumbly, powdery, clumpy, and finally smooth and creamy.
If desired, add a pinch of salt, and blend again for a few seconds to incorporate.
Once the almond butter reaches your desired consistency, transfer it to an airtight jar or container.
Store the almond butter at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Stir before serving if oils naturally separate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.1 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 52.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 555 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.9 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 89.7 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1138 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 3101 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
