Simple Raw Pecan Butter (2024)

FAQs

Is raw pecan butter good for you? ›

Pecans contain vitamin E, carotenoids and ellagic acid that work synergistically to remove free radicals from the body, thus protecting us from heart disease, cancers, Alzheimer's disease and infections. This makes them one of the most antioxidant rich nuts!

Store your homemade pecan butter in a mason jar or container and store at room temperature or in fridge. If you store at room temp, simply give the pecan butter a stir before you use it. Homemade pecan butter will stay good for a couple of weeks at room temp, and up to 4-5 weeks in the fridge.

Butter Pecan flavor is so rich, creamy and smooth! Awesome buttery taste and not overly sweet. An E-Liquid flavor many have claimed their new All Day Vape!

You can use unrefined brown sugar or sucanat if you don't have coconut or cane sugar. – I prefer to use a solid sweetener instead of a liquid sweetener because maple syrup or agave nectar actually will thicken this up a bit. If you want a thicker nut butter, feel free to use that instead.

"Of all the nut butters, walnut butter has the most omega-3 fatty acids," Andrea says. The healthful fat ratio helps lower LDL cholesterol, increase HDL cholesterol, and reduce inflammation.

Most people don't realize that grass-fed raw butter is so good for you. It's packed with nutrients, active enzymes, and beneficial bacteria that help with digestion and lead to a strong immune system, among a plethora of other health benefits.

Because oil content in pecans is high, rancidity can develop at warm temperatures and is more noticeable than in most other nuts.

Yes, peanut butter expires and goes bad, whether it's a commercial or natural type.

Do you have to refrigerate nut butters after opening? Storing our butters in the fridge will prolong their quality, but it makes them hard to spread. Unrefrigerated, they will harden over time due to the naturally occurring oil. We suggest storing in a cool dark place for easiest use.

Pecans, in particular, share an octalactone aroma compound with the coconut. When combined with butter and vanilla extract, the butter pecan profile is quite distinctive.

Why does my vape taste like buttered popcorn? ›

Initially, the diacetyl molecule was used by the food industry because it gives a buttery taste and smell to food. This is why some e-liquid manufacturers were tempted to use it to add a creamy and caramelised taste to their recipes, especially in the USA where they love sweet liquids.

Pecan butter is not only a delicious and versatile nut butter but also a nutritional powerhouse. Its impressive combination of healthy fats, protein, vitamins and minerals make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet.

If it's been about 10 minutes and your nut butter still isn't getting creamy, you can add a tiny bit of oil. I occasionally have to add 1 – 2 teaspoons of oil (I love using coconut oil) to help with the blending process, but when you're using roasted nuts, it really shouldn't be too much of a problem.

Adding vanilla and maple is like the perfect duo for this Southern butter pecan cake.

Health Benefits Of Nut Butter

Eating nut butter regularly can also improve your cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation and boost weight loss efforts. In short, nut butter is just as healthy as whole nuts, as long as it doesn't contain any added ingredients like preservatives or unhealthy fake sweeteners.

In most cases, pecan butter is higher in calories and in fat. When it comes to all nut butters, pecan butter is often the highest on the list in these regards. In addition, pecan butter has low levels of protein. Compared to peanut butter, pecan butter can have around a third fewer grams of protein per serving.

Grass-fed butter offers some health benefits to counteract the health risks it poses. It appears to have lower levels of saturated fats and more unsaturated fats than standard butter. This is because grass-fed butter is made from the milk of cows that are allowed to graze instead of being fed high-grain diets.

The Bottom Line. Both raw and roasted nuts are good for you and provide health benefits. Both varieties contain similar amounts of calories, protein, carbs and fiber. However, roasting nuts may damage their healthy fat, reduce their nutrient content and lead to the formation of a harmful substance called acrylamide.