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    The Butter Half / Dietary Needs / Gluten-Free Recipes / Homemade Cashew Butter Recipe

    Homemade Cashew Butter Recipe

    By Madi • Published: Jan 30, 2023 • Modified: Jan 30, 2023 • Leave a Comment • This post may contain affiliate links.

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    cashew butter in a glass jar with a light colored background

    Homemade cashew butter is a peanut butter-like spread made from cashews. And in my humble opinion, it’s a pantry staple. This cashew butter recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and good for you. (Added bonus, it’s smooth, creamy, and delicious.)

    Cashews are nutrient-dense giving your body fiber, heart-healthy fats, protein, and more. This recipe also calls for avocado oil - a healthier, less processed oil with antioxidants and a neutral flavor.

    Ingredients & Equipment

    cashew butter ingredients on a light colored background

    4 cups unroasted, unsalted cashews

    1 tablespoon avocado oil 

    ¼ teaspoon salt 

    ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon 

    How To Make Homemade Cashew Butter

    Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lay the raw cashews in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. 

    cashews on a baking sheet

    Step 2: Place the cashews in the oven for 5 minutes. Stir, then bake them again for another 5-10  minutes until the cashews are toasted, stirring occasionally.

    toasted cashews on a baking sheet

    Step 3: Add the cashews into a food processor and process for 1 minute until the cashews are broken up and crumbly. Then add the avocado oil.

    cashews in a food processor slightly blended

    Step 4: Continue to run the food processor until the cashews break down and a thick cashew butter is formed.

    cashew butter in a food processor forming a spread

    Step 5: Add salt and ground cinnamon once the cashew butter has reached your desired consistency. Process again to thoroughly combine. 

    cashew butter in a food processor

    Step 6: Store your cashew butter in an airtight container. Enjoy!

    cashew butter in a glass jar with a light colored background

    Expert Tips

    • This recipe works best if you start off using a 9-cup food processor and then move the cashews to the 4 ½ cup food processor once they break down. You may be able to get away with the 4 ½ cup food processor the whole time if you scrape down the sides well to allow all of the cashews to break down. 
    • If you only have a large food processor, you will need to add a lot more cashews in order to provide enough friction to make cashew butter. 
    • The salt and cinnamon are optional. You can omit these if you prefer. You can also add cinnamon if you desire. 
    • The longer you blend the cashews, the smoothie your cashew butter will be. You can have a grittier cashew butter, or you can continue processing and go for a smoother texture. 

    How To Use Cashew Butter

    Eat this creamy homemade cashew butter on anything you’d typically put peanut butter or almond butter on. Here are a few ideas:

    • Toast
    •  Sweet potatoes
    • Spread on muffins
    • Stir into oatmeal
    • Put in smoothies

    Storage Instructions

    Because homemade cashew butter does not contain any preservatives it will last the longest in an air-tight container or jar in the fridge. 

    Is It Cheaper To Make Homemade Cashew Butter?

    Yes. Homemade foods are typically cheaper in the long run, this cashew butter recipe being no exception. 

    Love this recipe? Try this one, too!

    Homemade Cashew Milk

     

    If you make homemade cashew butter, or any other recipe on the blog, please let me know how you liked it in the comments below. I absolutely love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and TikTok for more nourishing recipes like this, and behind-the-scenes cooking and holistic wellness tips!

    cashew butter in a glass jar with a light colored background

    Cashew Butter

    By: Abbey Rodriguez
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    Homemade cashew butter is a peanut butter-like spread made from cashews. And in my humble opinion, it’s a pantry staple. This cashew butter recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and good for you. (Added bonus, it’s smooth, creamy, and delicious.)
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Servings: 1.5 cups
    Calories: 83kcal

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups unroasted, unsalted cashews
    • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lay the raw cashews in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
    • Place the cashews in the oven for 5 minutes. Stir, then bake them again for another 5-10  minutes until the cashews are toasted, stirring occasionally.
    • Add the cashews into a food processor and process for 1 minute until the cashews are broken up and crumbly. Then add the avocado oil.
    • Continue to run the food processor until the cashews break down and a thick cashew butter is formed.
    • Once the cashew butter has reached your desired consistency, add the salt and ground cinnamon. Process again to fully combine.
    • Store your cashew butter in an airtight container. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • This recipe works best if you start off using a 9-cup food processor and then move the cashews to the 4 ½ cup food processor once they break down. You may be able to get away with the 4 ½ cups the whole time if you scrape down the sides well to allow the chance for all of the cashews to break down. 
    • If you only have a large food processor, you will need to add a lot more cashews in order to provide enough friction to make cashew butter. 
    • The salt and cinnamon are optional. You can omit these if you prefer. You can also add cinnamon if you desire. 
    • The longer you blend the cashews, the smoothie your cashew butter will be. You can have a grittier cashew butter or continue processing and go for a smoother texture.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 0.01g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 388mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 0.5IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.01mg

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