Meridian Natural Crunchy Almond Butter 170 g (Pack of 3)

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To make a crunchy version like the one pictured in this post, roast an extra 3/4 cup of nuts. For extra crunchy, roast an extra 1 cup. Oh LORD Homemade Crunchy Almond Butter is SO GOOD. I like peanut butter but am definitely not a raving fan of peanuts or peanut butter in general. I’ll eat it, but I have other favorites and do not seek out peanut-butter-anything. But this almond butter is freaking amazing!

But, with almond butter, cashew butter, dark roast peanut butter, cocoa and cashew butter, how are you meant to choose which one to add to your weekly shop? Step 3: Once the homemade almond butter has come together into a creamy consistency, add the salt and continue to process for a few more minutes to ensure it’s extra creamy. Step 2: Carefully place the roasted (or raw) nuts into your food processor. Next, begin processing the nuts by turning your food processor on high. You can expect it to take a good 10- 15 minutes to reach a creamy consistency. After a minute or two of blending, we have creamy almond butter! Now is the time to add seasonings like salt, cinnamon, or vanilla extract. You can also add a sweetener like honey or maple syrup if the almond butter needs it. I love a little maple syrup. My Tips for the Best Almond ButterAlmond butter is made from ground, roasted almonds, which are the seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree. The trees grow pink or white flowers and bear fruit. Almonds are the stone-like pits in the centers of the fruits. One problem I have with almond butter is that I'm never able to get through a whole jar before it starts to get gross. We all know what I'm talking about: That moment when it goes from creamy and wonderful to dry and crusty. When the oil has separated from the nuts so much that not even a good stir will return it to its former, heavenly state. Of course I love the stuff when it's good, maybe even more than peanut butter (don't at me). But because I only ever really use it on toast or in yogurt (or by the spoonful, if no one's watching), I'm never able to finish it in time. Choosing the best almond butter comes down to personal taste. With our selection of three different almond butters, you’re sure to find the perfect nut butter for you. Our Crunchy Almond Butter is for those who love a textured spread, while our Smooth Almond Butter offers a creamier alternative.

For crunchy almond butter, you're going to follow the same steps as above except you're going to roast an additional ¾ cup of raw almonds. After roasting, but before adding all the almonds to the blender or food processor, set aside ¾ cup of roasted almonds and roughly chop them. Use the rest of the almonds to make the creamy almond butter as described above. You can add a pinch of salt to your almond butter for more flavor. You can also add sugar, honey, or maple syrup for sweetness. Spices—such as vanilla, cinnamon, or nutmeg—can also be added for additional flavor. Homemade almond butter can be stored for up to three weeks in the refrigerator.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, add the almonds to a baking sheet, and roast for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. This will help the oils release and make the almonds easier to blend. Let the almonds cool for at least 5 minutes after removing them from the oven.

Best nut butters: The best peanut butters for flavour Number one peanut butter for flavour: Manilife Deep Roast Crunchy Peanut Butter Of course, there is an even more popular way to eat almond butter for breakfast. Almond butter is delicious when spread on a slice or two of toast for a simple breakfast that is ready in a couple of minutes. Smooth almond butter is usually more popular amongst children, who generally dislike any kind of lumps in their food!These extras are the perfect additives because they seriously take this almond butter to the next level and help heighten the flavor. In addition, you won’t find brands that include added sugars or artificial flavourings as they simply don't stand up to the competition, so all the products ranked below are either 100% nut or close to. If you are anything like my family, you go through jars (and jars) of nut butter every week. We eat oatmeal most mornings, and always add a dollop of almond butter on top. If you’ve never tried making your own nut butter before, let this almond butter recipe be the recipe you try! Here are some of our top tips for success: You can make your own almond butter at home by grinding whole, roasted almonds in a food processor or high-speed blender for several minutes. You may need to stop the blending process periodically to scrape down the sides. The longer you blend the almonds, the smoother the result will be. There are lots of different ways that you can indulge in some creamy almond butter and it is a versatile ingredient, which can be added to your breakfast, lunch or dinner.