Walnut Butter (Quick, Easy 2-Ingredient Recipe) - Heavenly Home Cooking (2024)

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This homemade walnut butter is a healthier alternative to store bought nut butters. It's made with just raw walnuts and a little salt. If desired, you can sweeten it with a little natural honey. It makes a great healthy option for your breakfast or brunch table. Spread it on toast, scones, muffins or biscuits for a delicious protein-packed breakfast!

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You just can't beat an all-natural homemade nut butter for nutrition and flavor. We had an abundance of walnuts leftover from our homemade walnut milk, so what better thing to make than homemade walnut butter?! It's beyond easy to make with only 2 ingredients (3 if you decide to sweeten it with honey, agave or maple syrup). What's not to love? It's delicious, healthy, naturally gluten free, vegan, low carb, low in saturated fat and takes literally 10 minutes or less to make.

Because walnuts tend to be on the bitter side, this nut butter on its own may be a bit too bitter for your taste. To counteract the bitterness, you can add a natural sweetener like honey. We recommend that you do this after it is processed in the food processor.

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  • Ingredients
  • Instructions
  • Equipment
  • Variations
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Recipe
  • Comments

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped walnuts. Raw and unsalted. You can also use toasted walnuts. To toast raw walnuts, preheat your oven to 350 F (177 C), line a baking sheet with wax paper, spread a single layer of walnuts on the wax paper, and bake for 5-10 minutes until they are toasted to your liking.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt. Or to taste.
  • Honey. Optional. To taste.

Instructions

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Equipment

  • Food processor or high speed blender. If you don't have a food processor, you can use a high speed blender instead. I would not try it with a less powerful blender.
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Variations

  • Homemade almond butter. Substitute chopped raw almonds for the walnuts.
  • Homemade peanut butter. Substitute chopped raw peanuts or the walnuts.

Serving Suggestions

This walnut butter recipe is versatile and has many uses. You can

  • Spread it on some toasted bread. It tastes great on a slice of toasted cardamom quick bread, maple syrup bread or banana raisin bread.
  • Spread it on a biscuit or scone.
  • Blend it into a smoothie.
  • Make a stack of egg-free walnut pancakes. You can use our recipe for peanut butter pancakes as a base and substitute the walnut butter for peanut butter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is walnut butter good for you?

Yes. In moderation, this walnut butter is good for you in that it is all natural, contains no preservatives, is high in protein and low in saturated fat. It also contains iron.

Does walnut butter need to be refrigerated?

Because this nut butter is all natural and contains no preservatives, it should be refrigerated. Store it in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. It will keep in your refrigerator for up to a month. If it separates or hardens in your fridge, remove the lid and heat in the microwave on high for 30 seconds until it's easier to stir. Then give it a good stir. Any leftovers can then be frozen. It will keep in your freezer for up to 3 months.

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Recipe

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Walnut Butter

Author: Heavenly Home Cooking

This homemade walnut butter is a healthier alternative to store bought nut butters. It's made with just raw walnuts and a little salt. If desired, you can sweeten it with a little natural honey. It makes a great healthy option for your breakfast or brunch table. Spread it on toast, scones, muffins or biscuits for a delicious protein-packed breakfast!

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Servings 32 tablespoons

Calories 97

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped walnuts Raw and unsalted.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Or to taste.
  • Honey Optional. To taste.

Instructions

  • Add chopped walnuts and salt to a food processor and process for 8-10 minutes. If desired, add honey to taste.

  • Continue processing until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition

Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Clara Burton says

    Walnut Butter (Quick, Easy 2-Ingredient Recipe) - Heavenly Home Cooking (8)
    Thanks so much for a raw recipe for nut butter! Everyone else insists on roasting the nuts when raw is more nutritious.

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    • Sandra says

      You are very welcome, Clara. I'm glad you enjoyed the recipe! 🙂

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Walnut Butter (Quick, Easy 2-Ingredient Recipe) - Heavenly Home Cooking (2024)

FAQs

How long does homemade walnut butter last? ›

Storing Homemade Nut Butter

Homemade nut butters will last about a month in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer. Since homemade nut butter doesn't have added preservatives like most store-bought nut butters it can go rancid more quickly.

What is walnut butter made of? ›

simple ingredients: 3 cups organic walnuts, 1 tbsp raw honey, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt. blend all ingredients in a food processor until butter forms – it can take 10-15 minutes, scrape down the sides every five minutes.

What are the pros and cons of walnut butter? ›

"Of all the nut butters, walnut butter has the most omega-3 fatty acids," Andrea says. The healthful fat ratio helps lower LDL cholesterol, increase HDL cholesterol, and reduce inflammation. The hitch: Walnut butter is lower in protein and fiber than other nut butters.

What goes with walnut butter? ›

Walnut butter is one of the most versatile and delicious spreads you can make. It goes great on toast or an apple and can easily be added for extra flavor, texture and nutrition to any smoothie. Here's how to make walnut butter, as well as some delectable recipe ideas to kick-start your passion for this amazing spread.

How long does walnut butter last? ›

It'll keep for between three and six months in the fridge—plus you won't get the oil separation inside the jar that occurs at room temperature (not a big deal; just stir until smooth.). No matter what, make sure the lid is on tight. If in doubt—if a nut butter smells off—don't eat it.

Why is my walnut butter bitter? ›

Yes, walnuts are naturally more bitter than other nuts, so yes, this walnut butter will be a little bitter on its own. You can use it as-is for adding to recipes, or add sweetener/additional ingredients listed in the recipe below.

What is the healthiest nut butter in the world? ›

Almond butter is high in Vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant that 88.5% of Americans don't get enough of and can improve immune, skin and eye health. It also has a comparable amount of protein to peanut butter but contains more magnesium, calcium, potassium and fiber, among other vitamins and minerals.

Does walnut butter need to be refrigerated? ›

Do you have to refrigerate nut butters after opening? Storing our butters in the fridge will prolong their quality, but it makes them hard to spread. Unrefrigerated, they will harden over time due to the naturally occurring oil. We suggest storing in a cool dark place for easiest use.

Which nut butter is the healthiest? ›

How to Choose the Best Nut Butter for You
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Is it OK to eat nut butter every day? ›

Yes, it's OK to eat peanut butter every day (in moderation), says Largeman-Roth. That means sticking to the recommended serving size of two tablespoons, or close to that amount.

How long does homemade walnut butter last in the fridge? ›

Nut butters will last for a long time if stored in an airtight jar. They'll last for at least a month at room temperature, or for at least 3 months in the fridge. I prefer to keep mine at room temperature, as that's when the texture is most creamy.

Can you eat too much nut butter? ›

Eating peanut butter in moderation provides you with wholesome nutrients. However, eating too much can make you gain weight because it is packed with calories and fats. The risk of weight gain increases even more if you consume commercial peanut butter brands, which often have added sugars, oils, and fats.

How much walnut butter per day? ›

You can eat two tablespoons of organic walnut butter per day. This amount will supply you with 208 calories and beneficial fatty acids. Don't go overboard with this delicious nut butter, or you'll experience digestive problems or even weight gain. Remember to enjoy healthy snacks and foods in moderation.

Does walnut butter taste good? ›

Walnut butter on its own is very nutty, but you can add a pinch of salt, coconut sugar or cocoa powder for flavor variations. It would even be delicious adding pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. It is delicious on toast, bagels or even try swapping with almond butter in baking.

Is walnut butter good for your heart? ›

Walnut butter: Of all the nut butters on the shelf, walnut butter contains the highest level of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. The healthful nutrient profile can help keep cholesterol levels in check and reduce inflammation. The trade-off: at 5 grams, walnut butter is lower in protein than most other nut butters.

Does homemade nut butter go bad? ›

Homemade raw almond butter will keep in the refrigerator for about two weeks, and store-bought may keep for months. A cooler with block ice or reusable freezer packs can also substitute for refrigeration. To store almond butter without a fridge or cooler, choose a cool, dry, dark place.

How long does homemade butter stay fresh for? ›

How long does homemade butter last? Homemade butter has a shelf life of up to 2 – 3 weeks when kept in the fridge. You can also keep your homemade butter in the freezer for up to 9 months.

Does homemade walnut butter need to be refrigerated? ›

Store in an air tight container or a mason jar. Refrigeration isn't necessary.

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