Sweet Walnut Butter
Description
Lightly sweetened walnut butter with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup California Walnuts
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1/2 lb. butter, softened
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
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1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
PREPARATION
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Place walnuts on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes to lightly toast. Let cool.
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Coarsely chop walnuts and stir into butter in a medium bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients.
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Transfer to a piece of plastic wrap and shape into a log about 1 1/2 to 2-inches in diameter. Fold over plastic wrap, then fold in the ends to seal tightly. Cover and chill until firm.
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To serve, cut into slices and serve over pancakes, waffles, French toast, biscuits or toast.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 140 cal
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.9 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 3.3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: less than 1 g