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Maple Spiced Almond and Sunflower Seed Butter
[Vegan]

AR By: Annabelle Randles

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Maple Spiced Almond and Sunflower Seed Butter [Vegan]

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Dairy Free

This Almond & Sunflower Seed Butter is absolutely delicious in porridge, cereals, toast, waffles, pancakes etc…. Sweetened with maple syrup, it is spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric. Perfect as a spread for breakfast or snack.

Ingredients You Need for Maple Spiced Almond and Sunflower Seed Butter [Vegan]

4.4-ounces sunflower seeds
5.3-ounces almonds (skin on)
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash of nutmeg to taste
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
1 1/5 tablespoon maple syrup
Pinch of salt (to taste)

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How to Prepare Maple Spiced Almond and Sunflower Seed Butter [Vegan]

Preheat the oven to 370°F/fan 338°F/gas 5.
Spread sunflower seeds and almonds on a baking tray and roast for around 10-12 mins.
When done, whizz roasted sunflower seeds and almonds in a blender or food processor for around 15-20 mins until you have a smooth creamy paste. You might need to stop the blender/food processor a few times to scrape the sides. Be patient. The longer you wait, the smoother your nut butter will be.
Transfer to a bowl. mix in spices, vanilla, coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt. Adjust to your own taste if needed.
The spices will make this Almond & Sunflower Seed Butter solidify slightly. If you want the nut butter to be super smooth, simply transfer it back to the blender and whizz for a few minutes until you have the desired consistency.
This Almond & Sunflower Seed Butter will keep in an airtight jar in the fridge. It will harden with the cold, but it just takes a few minutes at room temperature to soften.

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