Description
Homemade pistachio butter is a creamy, rich spread made by toasting raw pistachios and blending them until smooth. Perfect for adding natural nutty flavor to toast, smoothies, or desserts, this simple recipe uses only pistachios and salt to create a delicious, wholesome nut butter with a creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 ½ cups (9 to 16 ounces) raw shelled pistachios
- Pinch or more of salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and toast pistachios: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the raw shelled pistachios evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast them for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are fragrant and slightly golden.
- Cool the pistachios: Remove the pistachios from the oven and let them cool until just warm, about 10 minutes, ensuring they are not hot to touch before processing.
- Blend with salt: Transfer the warm pistachios to a food processor. Add a pinch of salt to taste. Blend the nuts until the texture changes from flour-like crumbs to a ball sticking to the side of the bowl, and finally to a smooth, creamy, and glossy butter. Stop periodically to scrape down the sides to ensure even blending.
- Manage heat during blending: If the food processor or the pistachio mixture becomes hot or if the motor seems strained, stop blending and allow it to cool for a few minutes before continuing to avoid overheating.
- Adjust seasoning and store: Taste the pistachio butter and add more salt if desired. Once smooth and seasoned, allow it to cool to room temperature before transferring it into a clean mason jar or airtight container. Seal tightly. Store at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 1 month for extended freshness.
Notes
- Use raw pistachios for the best natural flavor and creamy texture.
- To achieve the smoothest butter, be patient while blending as it may take several minutes for the nuts to release their oils.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can mix in a small amount of neutral oil such as grapeseed or light olive oil.
- Homemade pistachio butter can be refrigerated to prolong shelf life and maintain freshness.
- Adding salt balances the flavor but can be adjusted to personal taste or omitted for a no-salt version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pistachio butter, nut butter, homemade nut spread, toasted pistachios, healthy spreads
