Almond Butter
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. Foods that are a “good
source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily
Value.
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.
The information presented in this website is for informational purposes only and was created by a team of U.S. registered dietitians and food experts. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications.
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