Vanilla Cinnamon Almond Butter
This dreamy homemade vanilla cinnamon almond butter is perfect for taking breakfast to the next level! With just the right amount of warmth, it’s seriously addicting. Dairy free, gluten free and vegan.
I decided it was time to see what all the fuss was about homemade nut butters. I figured they’d be good but nothing earth shattering, you know?
Of course I should have known that I’d eat my words. I’ve made four batches over the last few weeks. And that’s not even counting all the “test” batches to figure out my go-to recipe.
Obsessed much? Nooooo, not me.
As much as I love peanut butter, I’ve been on an almond butter kick for the last few months and decided to go that route.
So, can I entice you with some homemade almond butter slathered on top of a homemade english muffin? Bet you’ll be just as smitten as I am with that deadly combination.
This version has become my very favorite almond butter for everyday use. You get just a little hint of the cinnamon and vanilla but nothing too strong or overly sweet – making it perfect for use on toast in the morning.
Or, let’s be honest, just eating it by the spoonful. No shame.
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Vanilla Cinnamon Almond Butter
This dreamy homemade vanilla cinnamon almond butter is perfect for taking breakfast to the next level! With just the right amount of warmth, it’s seriously addicting. Dairy free, gluten free and vegan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw whole almonds
- pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- Spread the almonds in an even layer on a baking sheet, then bake for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fragrant. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Add the roasted almonds to the bowl of a food processor. Process until the almonds break down into a smooth creamy butter at your desired consistency, about 6 to 8 minutes. {The nuts will go through several stages during this process. During the first few minutes, you’ll need to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl fairly frequently. The almonds will break down into a fine almond meal, then will start to clump together, next will start to form a ball and then will break down into a smooth butter.}
- Add the salt, vanilla extract, vanilla bean seeds, cinnamon and brown sugar to the bowl and process for a few seconds until incorporated.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Adapted from America's Test Kitchen
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 210Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 189mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 7g
Nutrition data shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.
Thank you so much for this recipe!
I tried it out on sunday and it´s just delicious! My whole kitchen smelled like roasted almonds!
Soon I´ll have to make another batch, my glass is almost empty=)
Hi Suzie! So glad you liked it – I’m the same way – as soon as I run out I feel the need to make more : )
I’ve been thinking of making my own almond butter too: I have way too many almonds. They might be going stale if I don’t do something with them.
It’s a great way to use them!
This looks wonderful, Ashley! Just hand me a spoon!
Thanks Stephanie!
Oh I love this combination, Ashley. Cinnamon and vanilla with that bit of brown sugar? Yum. I’m planning to buy pounds of almonds when I’m back in the US this summer and have access to Trader Joe’s. Pinning this for later! 😉
That’s what I did the last time I went to Trader Joe’s! The cashier was like ummm… what are you going to do with all of these??? haha
LOVE this!!
Thanks Aimee!
Yum yum! I don’t know if I’ve ever tried almond butter, but I am on such a peanut butter kick lately maybe its time to mix it up. I love that you added cinnamon, I bet the flavour is just wonderful.
It’s a nice change … although don’t get me wrong I still love peanut butter : )
Great! I´m hooked to almond butter too, and as a vegan I use it in almost all my breakfasts. Love the idea of using cinnamon I´m going to start making this today. And you are right the flecks make it look pretty
Let me know how it goes! I use it for most breakfasts too : )
Oooo Ashley this sounds wonderful! I keep meaning to try these nut butters as well as herb butters but I always put it off. I wish I had a giant jar of this right about now 😀 Vanilla Cinnamon sounds divine.
Thanks Jess!
I so need to start making my own nut butters — especially after seeing yours with vanilla bean and cinnamon. That sounds SOOO good. I’m the peanut butter queen but I’m slowly starting to like almond butter. This recipe looks like the one to try first!
Homemade peanut butter is next on my list to try : )
This version of Almond Butter sounds awesome! Cinnamon seems like the perfect spice to use, and although I’ve never thought to add vanilla bean to my nut butters, I bet it would work really well in this recipe. I’ll definitely give this a shot soon! Thanks for the idea. 🙂
Thanks Alexandra! I like the flavor it adds but I also just think those little flecks make it look pretty : )