Ditch Regular Butter & Try This Homemade Vegan Almond Butter; Recipe Inside

What You Need

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Step 1

[{"selector":"#anim-caa64f5c-8a81-466b-bf7e-be216947ec0a [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Preheat oven to 175°C. Spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 8-10 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through. Credits: Canva

Step 2

[{"selector":"#anim-02e21ed8-7b0a-4b6d-8afb-9567ff682029 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Once cooled, rub the almonds between your hands or in a kitchen towel to remove any loose skins. Credits: Canva

Step 3

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Step 4

[{"selector":"#anim-c85559c9-9c84-4af6-a47f-71649893d501 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Credits: Canva Keep processing for 8-10 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. The almonds will go from coarse meal to a sticky paste as the oils are released.

Step 5

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Step 6

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Step 7

[{"selector":"#anim-c0365f02-fcc1-4ab2-8344-d5d5434fedf7 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Transfer the almond butter to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Credits: Canva

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