Vanilla and Honey Almond Butter
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Cooling time & blending time
50 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 7 mins
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Servings
15 servings
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Calories
97 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Vanilla and Honey Almond Butter
Description
Vanilla and Honey Almond Butter starts with raw almonds coated in a mixture of melted coconut oil and honey, then roasted in the oven to deepen their flavor. After roasting, the almonds are blended with vanilla extract, sea salt, and any remaining honey until creamy and smooth, a process that takes patience to achieve the right consistency. The roasted nuts yield a buttery texture with a sweet, slightly caramelized flavor accented by vanilla and salt. This spreads well on toast, pairs with fruits, or enhances baked goods.
The method involves roasting the almonds evenly to bring out their oils and natural sweetness before blending. The addition of coconut oil helps achieve a creamy texture, and the vanilla extract adds a warm aromatic note. The butter’s slightly sweetest component comes from honey, balancing the nutty flavor.
For storage, keep the almond butter in a sealed jar at room temperature or in the refrigerator. It firms up when chilled but is easy to spread once brought to room temperature. The recipe also suggests flavor variations by adding spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger. This almond butter can also be gifted in jars with decorative ribbons for a thoughtful homemade present.
Ingredients
- 200 g almonds
- 3 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon coconut oil melted
- 1 pinch salt sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas 4.
- Mix 2 tablespoon Coconut oil (melted) and 3 tablespoon Honey together.
- Spread 200 g Almonds over a lined baking tray, pour over the honey/coconut oil mixture and mix until all the almonds are coated. Put in the oven for 15 minutes. Once roasted, remove from the oven and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
- Put the roasted almonds, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract, any remaining honey and 1 pinch Sea salt (if using) into a high powered blender. Blend until smooth. You will need to keep stopping the blender and pushing the mixture down. This can take up to 20 minutes.
Notes
- Roasting the almonds yourself is cost-effective compared to buying pre-roasted.
- Blending can be noisy and take up to 20 minutes; plan accordingly.
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger can enhance the flavor.
- Store in airtight jars; this almond butter makes a nice homemade gift when jarred and decorated.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 97 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 16g (approx) | |
| Calories | 97kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 97mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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