Almond Nut Butter

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 300 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix together the almonds and maple syrup . Spread out almond mixture onto baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, stir and place back in oven for another 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove from oven and allow the almonds to cool.

4. 4

   In food processor add almonds and process until you see it form into a ball. (NOTE: You will have to scrape down the sides a few times, like 10.) Add you cinnamon and vanilla extract and then process until drippy. The whole process takes about 10 – 15 minutes. When your right at the end I add the chocolate and process until all melted in, about 1 more minute.

5. 5

   Makes about 16 Tablespoons or a smidge over 1 cup

6. 6

   Calories per Tablespoon: 92, Fat: 7.4, Sodium: 30, Potassium: 3.3, Carbs: 4.7, Fiber: 1.7, Sugar: 1.8, Protein: 3.1

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