Homemade Pecan Butter Recipe
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Homemade Pecan Butter Recipe
Description
The process starts by roasting pecans on a baking sheet at 350°F until they develop a light golden color and rich aroma, typically after 5 to 10 minutes. Once cooled slightly, the pecans are transferred to a food processor along with sea salt and ground cinnamon to add seasoning and warmth.
Blending the pecans on high speed breaks them down from crunchy nuts to a cohesive, creamy butter in about 3 to 5 minutes. The natural oils in the nuts release during this time, forming a smooth consistency without added liquid.
This pecan butter can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature and used as a spread on bread, an ingredient in sandwiches, or incorporated into baked goods and desserts for a nutty flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecans 190g
- 1/4 teaspoon salt sea salt
- ground cinnamon pinch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and spread the pecans on a baking sheet. Bake until lightly golden brown with a nutty smell, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Transfer the pecans to a food processor along with the salt and cinnamon, and blend on the fastest setting until smooth and creamy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 13tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 105 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tablespoon | |
| Calories | 105kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 62mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 9IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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