Learn How To Make Delicious Nut Butters

The nuts are super foods we should consume each day in moderate amounts. In a small portion we obtain a large amount of nutrients necessary for good health and to be energized all day.

In addition to consuming them naturally, we propose to make homemade butters with which we can prepare delicious toasts, sandwiches and appetizers. Discover in this article what nut butters you can prepare and how you should do it to get the most out of them and delight yourself with their flavors. 

What nuts are better?

We have a wide variety of nuts to choose from. However, the three most common are the following:

1. The walnut

The walnut is a delicious fruit that is excellent for preventing cardiovascular diseases, improving our mood and fighting states of nervousness, stress and depression. In addition, it has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce joint pain.

2. Hazelnut

Hazelnut stands out for helping  regulate blood sugar levels. They are very rich in folic acid and fiber. Therefore, they are recommended for pregnant women and those suffering from constipation. It is one of the best flavors for our nut butters .

3. The almond

The almond prevents the appearance of kidney stones. Also, neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s. In the same way, it helps reduce cholesterol levels. It stands out for its high calcium content. So it is highly recommended for osteoporosis. Finally, it is an excellent food for athletes and pregnant women.

The key to nut butters

Oil

The nuts release their own fat as we make the butter. However, to facilitate its preparation and also to make it a creamier recipe, we can add a little oil to the mixture. One of the best oils that we can use is that of extra virgin coconut. This has a mild flavor and provides us with a large amount of healthy fats.

The touch of flavor

Another way to enjoy our butters is to combine their ingredients and add others to find surprising flavors.

• Cocoa, vanilla or cinnamon always give results that everyone likes.
• For example, the combination of hazelnuts (toasted) and cocoa will remind us of the famous spreadable cream.

• We can also decide if we like sweet or salty butters more.

The processor

To prepare the butter we need a food processor that has the capacity to operate for several minutes at a time, grinding them. Although other similar machines could also serve, such as mixers or blenders, we must have more patience and control that they do not burn.

Basic recipe

Ingredients

• 4 cups of the dried fruit of our choice raw (400 g)
• ½ cup of extra virgin coconut oil (90 g)
• 1 tablespoon of sea salt (10 g)
• Essences to taste (vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa)
• Sweetener to taste (honey, agave syrup)

Note: It is important to make the butter with a good amount of nuts for the processor to work correctly.

Preparation

• First of all, we must activate the nuts, that is, facilitate their processing and also their digestibility by soaking them for a few hours before crushing them. The ideal would be 8 hours.
• We will put the drained nuts in the processor together with the oil and salt.
• We will process for 10 minutes. At first, the nuts will be ground, and that flour will gradually release the fat.
• We will stop the processor to prevent it from burning (if we notice that it needs it) and also to detach the dough that remains on the edges of the container.
• The result will be a very creamy butter, to which we can add, if we wish, essences and sweeteners.
• Finally, we will keep it in an airtight jar in the fridge for a maximum of two weeks.

Ideas

Do you want to enjoy your nut butters even more ?

• Fill some dates or plums with the butter.
• Spread it on fruit slices, such as pineapple, banana, or apple.

• Enrich your snacks.
• Fill cookies or muffins.
• Multiply the benefits of your smoothies and yogurts.

Nuts: final comments

In conclusion, nuts are healthy and beneficial for our health. In addition, they can be consumed in many ways, even as butters. Therefore, we recommend adding them to your diet. In this way you will enjoy its incredible flavor and its many benefits.