Add it to your Sunday prep list, this Homemade Nut Butter will be a permanent feature in your kitchen. Made in 10 minutes with 4 simple ingredients, this effortless nut butter is rich and creamy and ideal for meal prep. Low histamine, dairy free, grain free, vegan and gluten free – it ticks ALL the boxes. Store bought nut butter can get really expensive, right? This is a great way to save money. I love how customizable it is so I can create my own blends with different flavors. Have fun adding it to breakfasts and dessert recipes. Spread it over toast, drizzle it into your smoothie mix or over fruit salad. This nutritious pantry staple has no added oils and is such an easy ingredient to whip up at home. Want more nut or seed butter based recipes? Try my Sunbutter Cookies, this Chocolate Strawberry Bark or my Caramel Apple Bark.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Macadamias create one of the creamiest, most indulgent nut butters I’ve ever tasted.
Just nuts and a little salt! This DIY nut butter has no fillers, stabilizers, or unnecessary additives.
Spread it, drizzle it, bake with it; you’ll find endless ways to enjoy it. It’s customizable too.
Making it at home saves you money, especially compared to store-bought macadamia nut butters.
Just blend, stir and enjoy. I get it in and out of the food processor in minutes.
Equipment Needed
All you’ll need is a high speed, strong food processor to make your Homemade Nut Butter.
Ingredients Needed
Macadamia nuts: Rich and creamy, macadamia nuts make the perfect base for a Homemade Nut Butter.
Sea salt: Balances the richness and brings out the natural nutty taste.
Vanilla extract: I love the little desserty flavor adding vanilla brings to this recipe.
Cinnamon: I love adding flavor to nut butter by using cinnamon. It gives it a delicious flavor.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Get your ingredients out and ready.
Step 2: Add all your ingredients to the bowl of a food processor.
Storage
For best results, store your Homemade Nut Butter in a glass jar or airtight container. It will keep at room temperature for up to a week, or pop it in the fridge where it’ll stay fresh for 1 to 2 weeks.
The natural oils tend to separate over time, so I like to give it a quick stir before using.
You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Just let it thaw overnight in the fridge before digging in.
Variations
For a sweet version, blend in a little honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar. I like to add cinnamon for a lightly spiced version.
If you’re after a chocolatey treat, try mixing in some cocoa powder or melted dark chocolate.
A handful of unsweetened shredded coconut tastes great. You could also blend in other nuts or seeds like cashews, almonds or sunflower seeds.
Make it more savory by adding some black pepper or a tiny bit of garlic powder. This makes a tasty dip for savory snacks.
How To Serve
Eat it straight out of the jar with a spoon or:
- Blend it into milkshakes and smoothies.
- Stir it into hot chocolate for a richer, thicker taste and consistency. Try it in my High Protein Hot Chocolate.
- Drizzle it over fruit salad or into your sweet breakfast bowls.
- As a sandwich filler or toast topper!
Recipe FAQ
Is it cheaper to make your own nut butter?
It is, yes. Especially if you buy nuts in bulk or catch them on sale. Homemade nut butter often works out far cheaper than store bought butters. Plus, you avoid paying for packaging, fillers and added ingredients.
Which nuts make the best nut butter?
This is my personal opinion but macadamias, almonds and cashews all make rich, creamy nut butters. Macadamias are especially buttery and smooth and almonds have a more roasted flavor. Cashews are mild and creamy.
How do you make nut butter from scratch?
You can very simply make your own Homemade Nut Butter by blending nuts in a food processor until you get a smooth textured nut butter.
What to avoid in nut butter?
I like to steer clear of nut butters with lots of added sugar, preservatives and extra oils.
Can I make seed butter instead of nut butter?
Yes, you can. Pumpkin seeds make a really delicious seed butter. You could also use sunflower seeds.
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Homemade Nut Butter
Equipment
- 1 food processor
Ingredients
- 2 cups macadamia nuts
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Combine nuts, cinnamon, vanilla extract and sea salt in a blender until smooth.
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