Sweet Walnut Butter

By Chef Juliet Greene
Total Time
20 Mins
Serves
16
Serving Size
About 1 1/2 tablespoons
Meal
Breakfast Lunch

DESCRIPTION

Lightly sweetened walnut butter with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla.

Prep Time
5 Mins
Cook Time
15 Mins
Total Time
20 Mins
Calories
140
Total Fat
14
Saturated Fat
7
Polyunsaturated Fat
1.9
Monounsaturated Fat
3.3
Cholesterol
30
Sodium
85
Carbohydrates
6
Dietary Fiber
0
Protein
less than 1

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup California Walnuts
  • 1/2 lb. butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place walnuts on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes to lightly toast. Let cool.
  2. Coarsely chop walnuts and stir into butter in a medium bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  3. 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.
  4. To serve, cut into slices and serve over pancakes, waffles, French toast, biscuits or toast.