
Creamy, nutty, and deeply satisfying, this sunflower seed butter is the kind of spread that earns a permanent spot in your pantry rotation. Toasting the seeds before blending is the secret weapon here ā it draws out a rich, almost caramel-like depth of flavor that raw seeds simply can't match. The coconut oil helps the mixture loosen into a silky, pourable consistency, while honey and a touch of vanilla powder round out the flavor without any dairy in sight. Store-bought nut and seed butters can be surprisingly tricky, often sneaking in milk-derived additives or processed on shared equipment, so making your own puts you fully in control. The food processor does the heavy lifting, and patience through those first few minutes of processing is all it takes to go from crumbly meal to glossy, smooth butter. Slather it on fruit, swirl it into oatmeal, or eat it straight off the spoon ā no judgment here.
Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more ā16 servings





Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Spread the sunflower seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast for 10ā12 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until lightly golden and fragrant ā watch closely in the final 2 minutes, as they can brown quickly.
Remove the seeds from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, until no longer steaming.
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!
