Sesame Free Paleo Almond Butter

Homemade nut butter is one of those kitchen projects that sounds fancier than it actually is, and the result is so much better than anything you'll pull off a store shelf. Roasting the almonds first is the real secret — that 10-to-12-minute stint in the oven deepens their flavor and coaxes out the natural oils that make the whole thing come together into a silky, pourable butter. Coconut oil helps the texture along, while honey and a pinch of sea salt give it that perfect sweet-salty balance you want on everything from apple slices to a spoon eaten straight over the sink. A splash of vanilla is optional but genuinely lovely if you want something that tastes a little more indulgent. Store-bought nut butters can be a minefield for anyone avoiding sesame, since shared production lines and blended spreads are everywhere — making your own means you know exactly what went in. The food processor does most of the heavy lifting; you just need a little patience through the crumbly phase before the almonds suddenly transform into something smooth and glossy. Jar it up, stash it in the fridge, and you've got a clean, grain-free spread ready to go for up to three weeks.

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