Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1/4 cup marula oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Special equipment needed:
- Food processor or high-speed blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Spread almonds on a baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned.
3. Allow almonds to cool for a few minutes, then transfer them to a food processor or high-speed blender.
4. Add marula oil and sea salt to the food processor or blender.
5. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
6. Transfer the almond butter spread to a jar or container with a lid.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 1 cup of almond butter spread
- Serving size: 1 tablespoon
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almonds can be substituted with any other nut, such as cashews or peanuts.
- Marula oil can be substituted with any other nut or seed oil, such as almond oil or sesame oil.
- Sea salt can be substituted with any other type of salt, such as Himalayan salt or kosher salt.
Variations:
- Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for a sweeter spread.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for a spiced spread.
- Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder for a chocolatey spread.
Tips and tricks:
- Be patient when blending the almonds, as it can take several minutes to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Store the almond butter spread in the refrigerator to keep it fresh for longer.
- Stir the almond butter spread before using, as the oil may separate and rise to the top.
Storage instructions:
- Store the almond butter spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- Almond butter spread does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the almond butter spread in a small jar or dish with a spoon for easy spreading.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle chopped almonds or marula nuts on top of the spread for added texture and flavor.
Pairings:
- Spread the almond butter on toast, crackers, or apple slices.
- Use the almond butter as a dip for vegetables or fruit.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve the almond butter spread with a side of sliced fruit or vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the almond butter spread is too thick, add a tablespoon of oil at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- If the almond butter spread is too thin, add a tablespoon of almonds at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean and dry utensils when handling the almond butter spread to prevent contamination.
Food history:
- Marula oil is derived from the fruit of the marula tree, which is native to southern Africa.
Flavor profiles:
- The almond butter spread has a nutty and slightly sweet flavor, with a hint of marula oil.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the almond butter spread as a snack or appetizer, or as a topping for breakfast or dessert dishes.
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