Spreads and condiments are essential to any vegan or plant-based diet, and this cinnamon maple sunflower seed butter is perfect for adding flavor and texture to your meals. Made with wholesome ingredients and easy to make, it's a great recipe for beginners or anyone looking for a delicious, healthy spread.

What is Cinnamon Maple Sunflower Seed Butter?

Cinnamon Maple Sunflower Seed Butter is a delicious, nutritious, and easy to make vegan butter. This butter can be used as a spread or in baking recipes. The recipe includes instructions on how to make the butter, as well as tips for storing and using it.

To make this butter, you will need:
-1 cup sunflower seeds
-1/2 cup maple syrup
-1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
-Pinch of salt
-Finely grated zest of one lemon

To make the butter, first heat the sunflower seeds and maple syrup in a small pan over medium heat. Cook until the mixture starts to simmer and thickens. Add the ground cinnamon and salt, and cook for another minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add the lemon zest, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 

Ingredients:
2 cups raw sunflower seeds
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
pinch of salt
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine sunflower seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to combine. Spread mixture out on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant. Let cool before storage. Click here for luvmaman

Recipe Notes

This recipe is so easy to make and it yields a delicious spread that will satisfy your sweet tooth! The best part is that you can customize the flavor profile to fit your taste. 

Ingredients:
-1 cup sunflower seeds
-1/2 cup maple syrup
-1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
-Pinch of salt
-1/4 teaspoon baking soda
-2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter, divided
-1 tablespoon vanilla extract (optional) 
Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine sunflower seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Stir until well mixed. Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. In a medium bowl, mix together melted coconut oil or butter and vanilla extract (if using). Spread mixture over cooled roasted sunflower seed mixture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Additional Ideas for Using Cinnamon Maple Sunflower Seed Butter

In addition to using cinnamon and maple in the recipe, you can also add different spices for great flavor. For example, if you want a stronger flavor, try adding some chili powder or cumin. If you want a sweeter flavor, try adding some honey or maple syrup.

Another option is to use sunflower seed butter as a vegan replacement for cheese. To make this happen, simply mix equal parts sunflower seed butter and water until the desired consistency is reached. You can then use this mixture as a vegan cheese sauce for pizza, pasta, or tacos.