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Here is a basic recipe for making spreadable butter out of most any nut or seed. Does your preschooler have a favorite nut or seed? Start with that one and introduce a whole new way to enjoy it! Start with raw nuts or seeds from the produce section or bulk section of your grocery store. Then, transform them into a creamy spread and serve with bread, crackers, fruits and vegetables. Basic Recipe for Nut or Seed Butters
1 cup nuts or seeds
1 Tbsp olive oil or other vegetable oil, more if needed
1 tsp sugar or honey (optional)
salt to taste, about 1/8 tsp - 1/4 tsp
Place the nuts or seeds in a food processor and blend to chop into smaller pieces. Add the sugar/honey, salt and 1 Tbsp olive oil and continue to pulse or blend until the a smooth paste is formed. If needed, add additional oil, 1 teaspoon at a time, for the paste to form.
Tips for Making Nut or Seed Butters
1. Use a small food processor to make your nut or seed butter. If you do not have a small one, use a large food processor or blender and double the recipe.2. Toast the nuts or seeds before blending for a nuttier flavor. Scatter them in a fry pan and heat over medium heat, stirring or shaking frequently. Toast for about three minutes or until you can smell the fragrance of the heated nuts or seeds.
3. Ideas for nuts and seeds to use: walnuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds
4. Add a variety of favorite spices and flavorings to any nut or seed butter. Try lemon juice, ginger or soy sauce. Or, combine two or more types of nuts or seeds into one spread.
4. To store, place in a sealed container and refrigerate.
Tips for Using Nut and Seed Butters
1. Spread on whole wheat bread and add jam, bananas, or other fruit for a healthy sandwich.2. Spread on toast for a hearty breakfast.
3. Spread on fruit or vegetable pieces like apples, bananas and carrots.
4. Use as a substitute for peanut butter in cookie, muffin, bread and cake recipes.
5. Make two or three nut or seed butters for your preschooler or preschool classroom and have a taste test.
by Kati Chevaux
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