Make this tasty Walnut Butter with 4 simple ingredients in 15 minutes! The rich homemade nut butter is optionally flavored with cinnamon and maple syrup. Makes 1 cup
Spread the walnuts onto a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 7 minutes or until toasted - check them often as they can quickly burn.TIP: You can also toast the walnuts, in batches, in a dry frying pan over a medium heat, stirring often.
Pour the toasted walnuts into a food processor or blender (no need to cool first) and whiz until smooth. You’ll need to scrape the sides down often. It will take about 7 minutes to go from nuts, to crumbles, to thick lovely walnut butter.
Once it’s turned to walnut butter, add the maple syrup, cinnamon and salt and process just to combine.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.
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Notes
Walnuts have a very high fat content making it easy to burn. When you are toasting them, be sure to check on them frequently to keep them at the correct temperature. They don't take long!Homemade nut butter may sometimes seem like they will never come together in the food processor or blender. It's important to be patient and keep scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula.If you’d like a walnut butter that is less thick, add in a few teaspoon of oil until the desired consistency is reached.Serving Suggestions
Use walnut butter just like you would use peanut butter - on toast, in sandwiches etc...
Add a spoonful to oatmeal for a taste and protein boost.