How To Make Walnut Butter (2024)

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Learn how to make homemade Walnut Butter by roasting walnuts to bring out their natural oils and create the most buttery, silky smooth and creamy nut butter! Great on toast, bagels or even use it in baking for a butter taste in place of oil!

HOW TO MAKE WALNUT BUTTER

Most people are familiar with making homemade almond butter or cashew butter, but let’s not forget about the magical walnut butter! When you roast walnuts and then process them, they become insanely smooth, creamy and an oily consistency. It is very similar to pecan butter, just not as sweet.Much more smooth and runny than almond butter or cashew butter.

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Also, walnuts are a much healthier nut butter because they are a greatsource of omega 3 fats, antioxidants and vitamins. Having a balance of omega 3 and omega 6 fats are better for our hearts and overall health.

HOW TO MAKE WALNUT BUTTER

First, you will add 1 1/2 cups of raw, unsalted walnuts to a pan lined with parchment paper.

Roast them at 300°F for 12 minutes until looking a bit moist or oily on top and smelling fragrant. They don’t need to cook too long, as we don’t want to burn them.

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Add the roasted walnuts to a food processor and process for about 1 minute. It should look like a chunky paste like this.

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Since roasting the walnuts brings out their natural oils, it will process really quickly into a butter. Scrape down the sides and process another couple of minutes or so until it is very runny/oily and dripping and easily pouring off of a spoon. It should be much runnier than almond butter, as can be seen here. Very similar to a canola or olive oil consistency.

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. I like to add a spoonful to my daughter’s smoothies for added omega 3 fats.

This walnut butter is also a magical ingredient in these Vegan Cinnamon Rolls With Cream Cheese Icing!

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How to Make Walnut Butter

Brandi Doming

Learn how to make homemade Walnut Butter by roasting walnuts to bring out their natural oils and create the most buttery, silky smooth and creamy nut butter! Great on toast, bagels or even use it in baking for a butter taste in place of oil!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

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  • Add the walnuts to a pan lined with parchment paper. Roast them at 300°F for 12 minutes until looking a bit moist or oily on top and smelling fragrant. They don't need to cook too long, as we don't want to burn them.

  • Add the roasted walnuts to a food processor and process for about 1 minute. It should look like a chunky paste.

  • Roasting the walnuts releases their natural oils, so it will process really quickly into a butter. Scrape down the sides and process another couple of minutes or so until it is very runny/oily and dripping and easily pouring off of a spoon. It should be much runnier than almond butter. Very similar to a canola or olive oil consistency. NOTE: Keep in mind that different sizes of food processors can affect how quickly your nut butter forms. I have an 11 cup Cuisinart, so it is large and powerful. If you only have a 7 cup or a small one, it may take a few minutes longer.

  • 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. I like to add a spoonful to my daughter's smoothies for added omega 3 fats.

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  1. How To Make Walnut Butter (6)Deirdre Ryan

    Thanks for posting this recipe. I haven’t made it yet but it looks good! 🙂 I was just snacking on some walnuts and reading it ha ha ha!

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  2. How To Make Walnut Butter (7)Clara

    I made this as a thank you gift for my physio, she loved it and so did her family.

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  3. How To Make Walnut Butter (8)T

    Thank you. It was a very easy recipe. I baked a 16 Oz bag of walnuts at 400 for 10 minutes. I let cool then put on my food processor. I added about 3 squirms of liquid stevia and a shake of pumpkin spice. Totally forgot the sea salt. It’s good. Slightly bitter but still very good

    • How To Make Walnut Butter (9)brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      Oh, that sounds yummy!! Add the pinch of salt, it will help with bitterness.

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  4. How To Make Walnut Butter (10)Jeanne

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    I just made this and it really works! I have a small, 35 year old Cuisinart and I put all the walnuts in at once and they were finely ground after a minute. They seemed very dry, but I just kept scraping the sides and letting it whir for maybe another two minutes and all of a sudden the oil began to appear like magic. It was a wonderful consistency and I added a big pinch of iodized seas salt and it tasted great. Then I put it in a glass storage container and stirred some chia seeds for a little crunch and to thicken and add more omega 3. I love this recipe and have already shared it!

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    • How To Make Walnut Butter (12)brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      So very happy to hear that Jeanne!

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  5. How To Make Walnut Butter (13)Lisa

    I’m using the walnut butter as a basis for my vegan Caesar dressing!

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  6. How To Make Walnut Butter (14)Stephanie Mullen

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    I made this today. I added a small amount of honey to it! Amazing! Super easy to make. I shared this website with others.

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    • How To Make Walnut Butter (16)brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      Sounds delicious!

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  7. How To Make Walnut Butter (17)Brett

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    Yum!

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    • How To Make Walnut Butter (19)brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      Yay!

      Reply

  8. How To Make Walnut Butter (20)Anita

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    I was wondering if I could make walnut butter in a food processor so I was so happy to find your recipe. I made some and it is so delicious and wonderful. Thank you!

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  9. How To Make Walnut Butter (22)Leslie

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    Made it and love it thank you!!

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    • How To Make Walnut Butter (24)brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      Awesome!

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  10. How To Make Walnut Butter (25)Jacq

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    Just want to thank you for this info. Recently gone whole/raw food to help with lupus and high BP and am often confused with info. Walnuts are a top beneficial food for me and so this is uncomplicated, well-explained and just great!

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  11. How To Make Walnut Butter (27)Linda

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    I made this in my little Cuisinart hand-held food processor and was amazed at the results. Delicious!

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    • How To Make Walnut Butter (29)brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      Yay, I am so glad!!

      Reply

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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 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.

Why is my walnut butter bitter? ›

Walnuts are naturally bitter, and even after roasting, the walnut butter produced tends to have a bit of a bitter after taste. This is normal and expected!

Why is my homemade nut butter not getting creamy? ›

The trick with making the nut butter is just being patient to blend it until it is ultra-super creamy. It will definitely take between 5-10 minutes of blending. By the end, you'll want to give your machine breaks by doing just 30 seconds on and off of blending, as to not overheat your food processor.

Why does homemade butter go bad? ›

Homemade butter's shelf life depends on how thoroughly you extract the buttermilk. If a substantial amount of buttermilk remains, it will sour within a week, otherwise homemade butter can keep for up to 2-3 weeks in the fridge.

Should I refrigerate homemade nut butter? ›

A natural nut butter made with nuts and little else, on the other hand, will go rancid more quickly and should be refrigerated after opening.

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.

What to avoid in nut butter? ›

Avoid nut butters with added sweeteners such as sugar, corn syrup or molasses. Avoid nut butters with added oils such as hydrogenated vegetable oils. Basically, avoid anything other than nut butters made with just the nut.

What is the healthiest nut butter? ›

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.

What to eat with walnut butter? ›

Universal nut butter recipe
  1. Add your nut butter to the creaming stage when making biscuits and cookies.
  2. Add it to your favourite pancake mix.
  3. Add some into the mix when making your own granola bars.
  4. Add it to a milkshake or smoothie.
  5. Add it to your homemade chocolate sauce to serve over ice cream.
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How to remove bitterness in walnut? ›

Place walnuts in boiling water for five minutes to remove bitter taste. Remove from water and drain, then run cold water over the walnuts.

Is it cheaper to make your own nut butter? ›

Although prices for store-bought nut butters can vary based on region, homemade versions will almost always be cheaper. To maximize savings, shop sales, and look out for stores that sell nuts in bulk.

What happens if you don t refrigerate nut butter after opening? ›

It's generally best to refrigerate our nut butters. Because they do not contain any artificial preservatives or stabilizers, they can become rancid if left out of refrigeration for an extended period of time and/or exposed to warm temperatures.

Is a blender or food processor better for nut butter? ›

So it's best to use blender for the things it's meant to be. And if you want to make nut butters, fluffy banana ice-cream, raw bars or raw cake crusts, then a food processor or an immersion blender's chopper attachment are your best friends.

How long does homemade raw butter last? ›

Raw Butter can stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 60 days. You can also store raw butter on the counter at room temperature, but it will sour more quickly that way. Interestingly, raw dairy products rarely actually spoil. They just sour over time, and they are safe to consume sour.

How can you tell if nut butter is rancid? ›

You'll be able to tell fairly quickly tell if your peanut butter has turned rancid: It will have a metallic, bitter and almost stale smell. It may also be darker and dried out in appearance. If it's natural peanut butter, it may be moldy. Any of these features signal it's time to throw away your jar of peanut butter.

How long does homemade flavored butter last? ›

How to store flavored butter. You can choose to either use the butter as soon as you've made it or you can roll it in paper or plastic wrap and store it up to two weeks in the fridge. If you choose to chill it you won't be able to shape it into eggs or anything like that. Then the best way is to cut slices and serve.

How to store walnut butter? ›

Reserve remaining walnut butter and store in an airtight container in the fridge.

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