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.
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.
Varieties
Almond butter is made from the sweet almond
variety and is usually sold in jars in natural food stores.
Nutrition 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.