Classic Walnut Butter

Basic Walnut Butter
Total Time
15 Mins
Serves
14
Serving Size
2 tablespoons
Meal
Course

Total Time

Prep Time
15 Mins
Cook Time
0 Mins
Total Time
15 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
210 cal
Total Fat
21 g
Saturated Fat
2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
15 g
Monounsaturated Fat
3 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
160 mg
Carbohydrates
4 g
Dietary Fiber
2 g
Total Sugars
1 g
Added Sugars
0 g
Protein
5 g
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
31 mg
Iron
1 mg
Potassium
139 mg

Ingredients

  • 1 pound California walnuts

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 4 teaspoons walnut or olive oil

Preparation

  1. In a blender or food processor, grind the walnuts and salt for 3-4 minutes until the mixture becomes sticky or paste-like.

  2. Add the oil, a little bit at a time until the walnut butter binds together (about 5-10 minutes).

  3. Spoon the butter into a container with a lid, seal, and store until ready to use.

  4. Option: To make Caramelized Walnut Butter, start by drizzling 3 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup over the walnuts. Sprinkle a pinch of salt on them and toast the walnuts in a preheated oven for 15 minutes at 350℉. Let cool and blend in a mixer as described in the basic recipe.

  5. Tip: If you prefer your walnut butter sweeter, add two to three tablespoons of honey or maple syrup as you blend.