Marcona Almond Butter is like a GROWN UP version of almond butter - rich, incomparable flavor that will make you want to hide the jar in the back of the refrigerator...
I don't know what took me so long. You know I love my marcona almonds. Their flavor is distinct and incomparable.
A Spanish almond roasted in olive oil and salted, Marcona almonds have a smooth texture and amazing flavor. They offer the same nutritional benefit as regular almonds, including cholesterol lowering phytosterols and a good amount of fiber and protein.
and now they make up my favorite nut butter.
Marcona Almond Butter
makes about 1 ½ cups
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups Marcona almonds (reserve ¼ cup)
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
pinch sea salt (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
In food processor or high powered blender, process 1 ¾ cups almonds until creamy, stopping to scrape sides, about 9-12 minutes total. Add oil as needed (I did not need to). Chop ¼ cup almonds and mix in for a crunchy nut butter. Store in fridge in sealed container.
flavor variations:
chocolate (add ½ cup chopped dark chocolate)
salted maple (add ¼ cup maple syrup)
Safe to say this is my new favorite nut butter.
"Plain" flavor is amazing - salty creamy amazing.
The dark chocolate flavor is like a grown up peanut butter cup, and the salted maple is like buttery caramel.
I now have three jars in my fridge. I've been enjoying marcona butter on celery, on homemade juice pulp crackers, on a spoon...
Have you tasted Marcona almonds? What is your favorite nut?
printable Marcona Almond Butter recipe:Â
a rich, incomparable flavor that will make you want to hide the jar in the back of the refrigerator… nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.
Marcona Almond Butter
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
flavor variations:
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 74Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 63mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g
Alyse @ Fit Approach says
I love marcona almonds in a criminal way, and was unspeakably excited when I saw marcona almond butter at my favorite cheese shop. Surprisingly, though, I actually prefer regular old almond butter - and to save the marconas for snacking in their original form.
spabettie says
I know, it is an indulgence... I seem to be "saving" it for special uses! 😀 and I have to agree, Alyse, my love for marcona borders on the criminal...
Barbara | Creative Culinary says
Now why have I never thought of that...absolutely fabulous idea!
spabettie says
thank you, Barbara!! exactly what I keep saying (as I eat this by the spoonful...) WHY have I not made this sooner?! 🙂
gret-chen says
this sounds amazing!! I love almonds, I love marconas and valencias, have you had those? I am definitely trying this soon, the salted maple sounds so good!
spabettie says
thanks, Gret-chen! the salted maple is a good one - I hope you love it!
Jane says
I've not heard of these before, where do you find marconas?
spabettie says
the "gourmet" section of my regular market - where the specialty cheeses and olive bar is. Whole Foods probably carries them, and I just heard Trader Joes does too.
(plane) Jane says
I don't have trader joes or whole foods. I guess I won't get to try your "gourmet" pretentious butter LOL. thanks anyways!!
spabettie says
wow. truly didn't mean to come off that way.
christina says
ahh, genius. it looks so creamy. marcona almonds have such a declicious flavor. if only they were so expensive!
spabettie says
agreed - marconas are definitely a special indulgence 😀
Neyal @ Looking Up While Slimming Down says
Looks yummy! Where can you get these almonds? I've never heard of them before.
spabettie says
I usually get mine in my regular market - in the section with the specialty cheeses and olives. if you have a Whole Foods in your area, they most likely carry them, or ask at your regular market? I hope you find them, Neyal!
Jenni says
I LOVE MARCONAS. I'm thinking the same thing, WHY have you not made this before!!?? 😉
spabettie says
right?! 😀
lindsay says
Wow I've never heard of Marcona almonds. I must try this! Also I was thinking of making up a bunch of nut butters (all kinds of flavors!) for Christmas presents this year so I'll put this one on the list! 🙂
spabettie says
marconas are SO good... this would be a great addition to the holiday lineup!
Amber Shea @Almost Vegan says
I need to treat myself to Marcona almonds WAY more often. I love the idea of making Marcona almond butter!
spabettie says
we usually have some in the fridge, even just to eat one or two every few days 😉 and as much as I love nut butter, I can't believe I've not made this one before! 😀
Miri Leigh says
Oh my goodness, this looks fantastic! What great flavor combinations!
spabettie says
thank you! 🙂 just made another good one today - a different and WOW good flavor... I can't stop!