How to Make Cashew Butter

If you like cashews, you'll love homemade cashew butter. The creamy sweetness combined with the fresh cashew flavor is out of this world. Try it on some toast, muffins or bagels for breakfast, or use it as a delicious dip with fresh veggies. Make a double batch, because it will disappear quickly.

Things You'll Need

• 3 cups freshly roasted cashews, unsalted
• 4 tbs. walnut oil
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 tbs. honey

Instructions

1. Place the roasted cashews in a food processor or a blender container.

2. Set the food processor to "Pulse," or if you're using a blender, turn it to "Medium" speed. While it's running, gradually add the walnut oil and honey, a little bit at a time.

3. Turn the food processor or blender off and use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides. Turn it back on and add enough additional walnut oil, about a teaspoon at a time, to make the cashew butter a smooth and creamy consistency.

4. Add additional salt and honey, according to taste.

5. Place the cashew spread in a sealed container and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it. Allow it to warm to spreading consistency before each use.

Tips & Warnings

• Experiment with the cashew butter. Make cinnamon cashew butter by adding a teaspoon of cinnamon, or add some powdered cocoa.

• If you don't have walnut oil, vegetable oil or canola oil can be substituted.

• White sugar can be used instead of honey. Simply decrease the amount slightly, and add a bit more oil.