5 Things: Almond Butter

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5 Things: Almond Butter

August 30, 2007

Almond Butter is one of my favorite treats. A spoonful of it with some dark chocolate chips and dried cranberries is absolutely divine and, not to mention, satisfying.

1 tbsp of almond butter contains 95 calories, 8g of healthy fat (this can help to lower LDL cholesterol), no cholesterol, 2g of fiber, and 2.5g of protein.
2 tbsp of almond butter contains 86 mg of calcium. Your RDI of calcium is 1,000 mg.
Almond butter is a good source or magnesium, Vitamin E, and potassium. It's also a great source of selenium, which has been shown to be effective in preventing cancer.
People who have a peanut allergy can eat almond butter (only if it's processed in a plant that doesn't process peanut products).
To prevent almond butter from going rancid, it should be stored in a cool dry place until it's opened, and then stored in the fridge after that.

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16 Comments

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Wikipedia 5 years 38 weeks

I love almond butter and cashew butter. =)

evahronn 5 years 38 weeks

A slice of avocado and almond butter on a rice cracker is divine!

SaraSmile 5 years 38 weeks

Mmmm I'll have to pick some up for sure!

Ms Meyer 5 years 38 weeks

We just started eating almond butter not too long ago. It's a little expensive in comparison to peanut butter, so we keep jars of both in the house. AB is so good though. It's almost a little sweet and like a dessert on a piece of toast.

BrooklynSugar 5 years 38 weeks

Almond butter is the best! I've got my own version of an "Elvis" - almond butter on whole wheat toast with banana slices on top. Breakfast of champions. Also, if you've got a Trader Joe's around, it's not as expensive at around $6.

forkyfork 5 years 38 weeks

I've always wanted to try almond butter, but it is SO expensive. It's hard to justify paying $10+ for it when you get organic natural peanut butter for less than 5 in a bigger size.

Vannuccia 5 years 38 weeks

I've never heard of this, is it expensive?

arcticred 5 years 38 weeks

amybdk - how about sunflower seed butter or tahini (sesame seed butter?). i feel your pain - i'm allergic to peanuts, soy, and most other legumes (chickpeas, lentils)... thank goodness for not being allergic to tree nuts!

Baby Girl 5 years 38 weeks

i love almond butter, but I hate how hard it gets after you put it in the fridge.

emilyplayscello 5 years 38 weeks

Yes, Almond Butter is great, and MaraNatha is my favorite brand! Everyone interested should check out my blog entry on Almond Butter in my Healthy Eating group: http://teamsugar.com/group/366709/blog/515038 ...If you like what you read, subscribe!

lisabunny 5 years 38 weeks

Soy nut butter?

lisabunny 5 years 38 weeks

Soy nut butter?

amybdk 5 years 38 weeks

I'm allergic to peanuts AND almonds (however, i can do certain legumes like garbonzo beans and pine nuts...)! SAD! I have had a hard time coming up with any other options. Suggestions, anyone?