Almond butter is a delicious alternative to peanut butter as a sandwich
spread.
Almond butter can be spread onto bread or thinned with liquid to make sauces or dips.
Varieties
Almond butter is made from the sweet almond variety and is usually sold in jars in natural food
stores.
Buying and storing tips
Most almond butter is made without additives and should be kept
refrigerated to prevent rancidity. If kept in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator, almond
butter will keep for up to three months.
Availability
Almond butter is primarily available in natural food stores and is
sold year-round.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Almond butter is mildly sweet and a delicious alternative to peanut butter as a sandwich spread. It can also be used
as a base for soups, sauces, and dips. Because it is an unprocessed food, the oil and solids
of the almond butter sometimes separate in the jar but can easily be stirred together before
use.
Nutritional Highlights
Almond butter (plain), 1 Tbsp (16g)
Calories: 101
Protein: 2.4g
Total Fat: 9.4g
Fiber: 0.59g
*Good source of: Magnesium (48.5mg), and Vitamin E (3.25 IU)
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular
nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value, based upon United States
Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines. Foods that are a “good source” of a
particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the USDA Recommended Daily Value.
Nutritional information and daily nutritional guidelines may vary in different countries.
Please consult the appropriate organization in your country for specific nutritional values
and the recommended daily guidelines.
Health benefits and concerns
While nut butters can be enjoyed as part of a healthful diet,
research on the health benefits of almonds does not
necessarily apply to almond butter.
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