Pistachio Butter Recipe
Pistachio Butter is a smooth and creamy spread made from blended pistachios with a rich nutty flavor and naturally vibrant green color. This homemade nut butter is perfect for toast, smoothies, oatmeal, desserts, and snacks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/2 cups
- Category: Spread
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 3 cups shelled pistachios
- 1 to 2 tablespoons neutral oil if needed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: honey or maple syrup
- Optional: vanilla extract
- Optional: cinnamon
- Optional: white chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the pistachios evenly on a baking sheet.
- Toast the pistachios for 5 to 7 minutes until fragrant.
- Allow them to cool slightly.
- Place the pistachios into a food processor.
- Blend until the nuts break down into crumbs.
- Continue blending, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
- As the pistachios release their natural oils, the mixture will gradually become smooth and creamy.
- Add oil a little at a time if a smoother consistency is desired.
- Blend in the salt and any optional flavor additions.
- Transfer the pistachio butter to a clean jar or airtight container.
Notes
- Add honey or maple syrup for a sweeter pistachio butter.
- Blend with white chocolate or cocoa powder for dessert-style variations.
- Cardamom or cinnamon adds warm spice flavor.
- Stir before using if natural oil separation occurs during storage.
- Store refrigerated for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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