Homemade Granola Butter Spread (Printer-friendly)

Rich, creamy spread of oats, nuts, and seeds with cinnamon and maple for topping toast, fruit, or yogurt.

# What You Need:

→ Grains & Nuts

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
03 - 1/2 cup raw almonds
04 - 1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds
05 - 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds

→ Sweeteners & Flavor

06 - 1/4 cup maple syrup
07 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
08 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

→ Optional Add-ins

12 - 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
13 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange rolled oats, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until mixture is aromatic and lightly golden. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
03 - Transfer the toasted mixture to a food processor. Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and sea salt. Process for 2 to 3 minutes, pausing to scrape down the bowl, until smooth and creamy.
04 - If desired, incorporate flaxseed meal and chia seeds. Blend until fully integrated into a cohesive spread.
05 - Taste and modify the sweetness or salt to preference. Blend additionally for a silkier consistency.
06 - Transfer granola butter to a clean, airtight jar and refrigerate up to 2 weeks. Stir before each use.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easily thrown together with ingredients you already have in your pantry
  • Ready in under thirty minutes from start to finish
  • Versatile enough for breakfast, snacks, and even dessert
  • Customizable to any diet with nut-free and gluten-free options
02 -
  • Packed with protein, fiber, and heart-healthy fats
  • Keeps fresh for up to two weeks in the fridge
  • Easy to make in double or triple batches for parties
03 -
  • Blend longer than you think for ultra-creamy spread—patience pays off and makes a world of difference
  • Choose oats and nuts as fresh as possible since they are the soul of your granola butter
  • Adding just a bit more coconut oil yields an ultra-smooth, drizzle-ready texture
  • Taste after blending and do not be afraid to tweak the sweet or savory notes until you love it

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