An easy recipe for cashew butter that’s deliciously homemade! Follow step-by-step photos for creamy, smooth cashew butter.
Ever wonder how to make cashew butter? Well, it’s super easy, ready in minutes, and tastes so much better than store-bought cashew butter.
Today, I’mma keep things short and sweet so we can get straight to the homemade cashew butter tutorial—I mean, there are step-by-step photos and everything. 😉 Let’s do it.
The 1 ingredient you need
Yep, cashew butter is made with just 1 ingredient: cashews! You don’t need any oils, sugars or salt.
Some people like to add ingredients such as coconut oil or sugar to smooth out and sweeten their homemade cashew butter. But, like I said, I like it simple and delicious the way it is.
What is Cashew Butter?
Cashew butter is a nut butter that’s made with cashews. Specifically, this means cashews are ground up in a food processor or blender until smooth, creamy, and spreadable.
Because these ground cashews are spreadable, they’ve now turned into something else: cashew butter!
The Taste
There is nothing quite like making your very own homemade cashew butter. It’s oddly satisfying and so deeply rewarding.
But the taste? Oh, the taste! Homemade cashew butter is extra nutty, deliciously creamy and super fresh. Love it.
How to Make Cashew Butter
Learn how to make cashew butter in just a few easy steps!
Since I often get questions like, “How do I know when it’s done?”, I’ve included photos of each stage the cashew butter goes through, so you’re not left with any doubts.
Add whole cashews to a food processor
Add whole, roasted cashews to a sturdy food processor. This is the food processor that I use to blend everything—including this recipe.
Blend cashews in the food processor until you get coarse, dry and crumbly bits of cashews with a little bit ‘o cashew “meal” in it, as it were.
Keep blending… We’ve only just made cashew meal.
As you continue to blend, your cashews will become a moist cashew meal, as cashew oil is being released through the blending process.
Then, as you blend more, a cashew “dough ball” will form. You’re so close!
Tip: Remember to periodically scrape down the sides of your food processor and give it a few breaks to avoid overheating.
From Too-Thick to Just-right Cashew Butter
In the left photo: the cashew dough has turned into a very, very thick kind of paste. But it’s still not ready. Keep going!
In the right photo: homemade cashew butter should be liquidy, mostly smooth, and simply delicious. It’s ready!
An easy recipe for cashew butter that’s deliciously homemade! Follow step-by-step photos for creamy, smooth cashew butter. | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com
Here’s a super closeup photo of the finished product. You can see some grain, but it’s mostly smooth and entirely spreadable.
How to Customize
Once you’ve mastered how to make cashew butter, feel free to get feisty and add in fun ingredients like spices, sugar and so forth.
Just make sure you add small amounts and test in small batches, as I know ingredients such as sweeteners can harden over time.
Storing
This recipe can be easily stored for up to 6 months, depending on the environment.
- To store at room temperature: keep your cashew butter out of direct sunlight & away from heat sources in an airtight container for 2-3 months.
- To store in the refrigerator: use the same container—but this time, you can keep it for 3-6 months. Woohoo!
Great Tools
- Food Processor – My favorite food processor, hands down. It’s so easy to use, super affordable and sturdy as heck. I’ve used my food processors (I’ve got two) hundreds of times and they’re still going strong!
- Unsalted, Roasted Cashews – Make sure to use roasted cashews when making this recipe. You can use raw cashews if you want it raw, but roasted is highly preferred.
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Thank you for stopping by Beaming Baker today. It’s my life’s joy and passion to share in these kitchen adventures with you. What would I do without you? ‘Til the next one…
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
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Cashew Butter {Homemade Recipe!}
- Total Time: 30 minute
- Yield: about 1 ¼ cups 1x
Description
Homemade Cashew Butter: learn how to make cashew butter with just 1 ingredient and a few minutes! See the step-by-step tutorial with clear, detailed pics in the post. 🙂
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted, roasted cashews
Instructions
- See photo tutorial in post for helpful visuals, tips & details.
- Add cashews to a food processor or blender. Blend until coarse.
- Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.
- Blend until mostly smooth, making sure to scrape the bottom of the processor or blender. Blend longer if smoother cashew butter is desired; however, some graininess is normal. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
Wanna learn how to make other homemade nut butters? –> How to Make Homemade Peanut Butter recipe and Easy Homemade Almond Butter Recipe.
Recipes for your Homemade Cashew Butter
Notes
Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container, in a cool, dark environment, at room temperature for 2-3 months. Or, store in the refrigerator for 3-6 months.
Recommended Tools
- Food Processor: I’ve been using this brand of food processor for years, and I absolutely love it–great for making homemade ice cream, paleo coconut macaroons and more!
- Mason Jars: Great for storing your homemade cashew butter in style.
- Silicone Spatulas: These spatulas are great for scraping down the sides of the food processor and getting every last bit of cashew.
- Walnut Wood Cutting Board: See the gorgeous wooden board in my photos? That’s this amazing walnut wood cutting board. It’s double-sided with one side featuring a groove for crackers! 😉
- Prep Time: 5-7 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: how to make homemade cashew butter
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Valentina says
LOVE this homemade cashew butter!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Yay! So happy to hear it Valentina!
Toni says
Who knew making cashew butter was so easy?! I love making this at home now. Such a life changing recipe.
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
I know! It’s actually so much easier than you would think, and so tasty too! 😋
Linda says
This looks awesomely delicious! And so easy! I don’t know why I never tried making my own before now. It looks like I’ll have to get my food processor out of moth balls and give this a shot.
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Haha once you but that baby out you’ll be using it all the time to make homemade nut butter! 😄
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
I love that this takes just a few minutes and then you’ll have tasty homemade cashew butter! Going to make this with the kids this week.
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
How sweet of you! I bet your kids will love it.
Jen says
Much better for you and way cheaper than store-bought nut butter. Perfect for adult PB&J.
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Exactly! And it’s definitely delish in sandwiches! 🥪 🙂
Julie Menghini says
I can’t wait to make a batch of this butter! It’s going to be amazing on my fresh bread. Thank you for your detailed process. Now I need to know exactly how far I need to go and that I’m in the right direction.
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
I know you’re absolutely gonna love this Julie! So happy you enjoyed the steps!
sherry brubaker says
I cannot get over how creamy and delicious this cashew butter is! Move over, store bought cashew butter, I’ve got a new favorite!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Haha that’s so awesome to hear Sherry! I’m so pleased you enjoyed it. 🙂
Peter Calvin says
cashews are my favorite and this is just perfect recipe for a guy like me. Thanks for sharing.
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it Peter!
Michelle says
This is how I made my cashew butter except I didn’t measure how much nuts I had. Instead I just dumped the content of the bag that was maybe 12oz. I have never had or tried to make cashew butter before but I absolutely love the taste!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Ooh, I like how you’re just freewheelin’ it! 😉 Homemade cashew butter is SO GOOD, right? ..
Shivani says
What a great recipe!! It looks so yummy and easy to make. In my opinion, homemade is always better.. Can’t wait to try this recipe.
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Agreed! Hope you enjoy it Shivani!
Sara Welch says
What a great idea! Can’t believe I never thought of making peanut butter with cashews! What a delicious recipe!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
It’s so yummy Sara, and super easy too! 🙂
Beth Pierce says
What a great recipe! This will taste so great on toast; I am looking forward to making this!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Oh yes, this is absolutely amazing on toast! .
Shannon Graham says
Homemade is always better, in my opinion! This looks so good and I can’t wait to give it a whirl!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Couldn’t agree more! . Can’t wait to hear what you think!
Krista says
This is definitely a recipe I need to try! I look forward to making this soon!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Totally! Enjoy Krista!
Jenn says
Love this easy peasy cashew butter tutorial – thanks so much!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
You’re so welcome Jenn! 🙂
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
You’re so welcome Jenn!
Michelle Miller says
What a great and handy recipe! Nuts are on fleek these days and it’s such a satisfaction being able to not only rely on peanut butter for recipes. I use cashew butter too nowadays and I love making it from scratch too! Love your recipe!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
I know, it’s so wonderful to have the variety of flavors! .
Tanya Schroeder says
That butter looks so creamy! Can’t wait to try this recipe!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
It’s super creamy! Let me know what you think Tanya!
Jill says
Love the process photos. Cashews are my favorite nut so I’ve got to try making this butter!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
So glad you liked them—making your own nut butter can seem confusing so I wanted to show everyone how easy it is. .
Adrianne says
I can see myself using this for so many things! It looks rich and creamy but also so yummy and good for you, cheers for a great recipe!!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Oh yes, it’s soo useful! . I think you’ll enjoy it Adrianne!
Dannii says
Cashew butter is my favourite nut butter and we always make our own as it saves so much money.
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
That’s fantastic Dannii! There’s really nothing like making your own, is there? 🙂