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How to Make Coconut Butter
As time goes by and I become more experienced in the kitchen, it never fails to amaze me how simple some things are. I don’t know, I guess I’ve always imagined some huge factory somewhere with super secret recipes that pop out all our foods. . . well, I guess that’s true for a lot of “food” but I had never imagined how much of this stuff can be easily and frugally made right in the comfort of your own home. No factory necessary.
Included in that category is a favorite of ours: coconut butter. I was paying high dollars for this stuff until I realized it’s just blended coconut. I can purchase a 4-cup package of shredded coconut for around $2 at my grocery store, and for even less if you buy in bulk. That is about $2 for 12 ounces – or $4 for 24 ounces – of coconut butter!
I have coconut. I have a blender. (A blender that’s paid for itself many times over, and I’ve only owned it a year. Love that thing!)
What about you?
Want to learn how to make coconut butter? Let’s get to it.
Homemade Coconut Butter
Ingredients:
4 cups full-fat unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes (where to find)
Optional: 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Makes it smoother but if you don’t have any coconut oil on hand, it’s not a problem. (where to find coconut oil)
Equipment:
Blender – high-speed blender is preferred. (where to find)
Instructions:
Dump the shredded coconut into the blender and BLEND. Start slowly and work your way up to high. Use the tamper if you have one.
Using a high-speed blender, you’ll need to blend for at least a minute. I think that should do it.
Pour into a container for keeping. Can be stored in pantry or cabinet. I don’t recommend refrigerating it. Stir well before use. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
I actually prefer the homemade. It’s more thoroughly blended, plus there is that little feeling of pride that says – Hey, I made that and saved myself a bunch of money. Cool.
Here’s the coconut butter tutorial, in recipe card format for easy printing:
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How to Make Coconut Butter
- Total Time: 4 minutes
- Yield: 1 1/2 cups 1x
Description
You can make your own coconut butter. You really can!
Ingredients
- 4 cups full-fat unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes
- Optional: 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Makes it smoother but if you don’t have any coconut oil on hand, it’s not a problem.
Instructions
- Dump the shredded coconut into the blender and BLEND. Start slowly and work your way up to high. Use the tamper if you have one.
- Using a high-speed blender, you’ll need to blend for at least a minute, more for other blenders. I think that should do it.
- Pour into a container for keeping. Can be stored in pantry or cabinet. I don’t recommend refrigerating it. Stir well before use. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
Notes
Coconut butter will solidify in colder months or colder areas. To melt, set in a bowl of hot water until more liquefied.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Kitchen Tutorials
Use it:
As a fruit dip
As a replacement for peanut butter sandwiches
In these no-bake oatmeal cookies (dairy-free, egg-free)
To make egg- and dairy-free fudge
To make these pumpkin pie bars, also egg- and dairy-free and a family favorite
Let your heart run wild. And guess what? It’s also healthy. 🙂 Thanks, coconut.
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Yay for coconut butter!
Danielle
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That is amazing! I can hardly believe it is so simple! This opens up a lot of recipe possibilities. Thanks for sharing your secret!
Let me know if you try it, Julia! Thanks for stopping by! 😀
I have a Blendtec and feel the same way about making stuff at home! $10 minimum for Artisana coconut butter?! I make mine as well, but use a little bit of coconut oil to get it going…Now that I’ve seen your “recipe” (haha), I’m wondering if I even need to add the oil? It’s sure smooth and it’s the EXACT same color/consistency of the Artisana! I also make my own almond flour after making my own almond milk…*pats self on the back* :p
You know, Tara, I was actually about to add to my “recipe” 😉 that if you wanted to add a spoonful of coconut oil it would be okay. I had to add one to my last batch. For some reason it was a little drier than usual. And it really did help adding the oil. I’m going to put it there as an option, but it’s definitely not necessary. LOVE high powered blenders!!!
Way to go on making your *own* almond milk and flour!!! Yeah!!
Can this be made using a Nutri-bullet? How long to blend?
Hi Diane – I am not very familiar with the Nutri-Bullet, but why not give it a shot? I bet it can handle the job. My Vitamix can get it done in about a minute, but I’m not sure how powerful the Nutribullet is. Just blend and if it starts feeling hot, let it rest a few minutes.
I’m pretty sure Nutri-Bullets can make nut butters, and I think this would be easier than a nut butter. Hope that helps you!
I could live off coconut butter, really. I had NO idea it was so easy to make at home. And the savings! I can't wait to try this. Thanks so much for this article!
How long would this keep
Pretty long. I’ve kept mine in my kitchen cabinet for months and months with no problem. Think of it like peanut or almond butter. Long shelf life. 🙂
Wow sounds so easy looking forward to trying it!
Is it supposed to come out on the dry side?
Not really, but there is a solution – just add more coconut oil and that will solve the dryness. <3
I was not aware that there are these interesting tips to make coconut. Thank you for this informative blog. Very helpful for me.
Is this legal in the GAPS Intro? If so, at what stage? Thanks!
Is this allowed on the GAPS intro or not until GAPS?
Hi Kim, I can’t recall when this is allowed. Probably one of the later stages, the GAPS book should refer to when full coconut meat can be added, which is what coconut butter is. <3