Description
This simple and delicious Homemade Pistachio Butter recipe requires just one ingredient and 15 minutes of prep time. Toasted raw shelled pistachios are blended into a creamy, rich nut butter that’s perfect for spreading, baking, or adding to smoothies. With only pistachios and no added oils or sugars, this nutritious butter highlights the natural flavor and healthy fats of pistachios.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 375 g raw shelled pistachios
Instructions
- Toast the pistachios: Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Spread the raw shelled pistachios evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 6 minutes. The goal is to warm the nuts to help release their oils without browning them. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly but remain warm for blending.
- Blend the pistachios: Transfer the warm pistachios to a high-speed blender. Start blending on low speed for a couple of minutes. Initially, the nuts will break down into a coarse meal, then gradually begin to form into a thick paste.
- Continue blending: Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure even processing. Continue blending for an additional 5 to 7 minutes. The mixture will transform from a thick pistachio paste into a smooth, runny nut butter consistency as the oils release.
- Store the pistachio butter: Transfer the finished pistachio butter into an airtight jar. Store it at room temperature in a dark place for up to one week or refrigerate for up to one month to maintain freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use a high-speed blender for best results to achieve a smooth butter texture.
- Do not over-toast the pistachios to avoid a bitter flavor; heat just enough to warm and help oil release.
- Stir or shake the jar before use if natural separation occurs.
- You can add a pinch of salt or sweetener if desired, though the recipe is naturally tasty on its own.
- Refrigeration slows oil separation and extends shelf life.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Nut Butter
- Method: Baking and Blending
- Cuisine: American
