
When I was a child, I loved peanut butter. In college I experimented with almond butter. Cashew butter, which I dabble in every once in a while, is just heavenly.

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.

Smoothies are such a great treat. Especially in the heat of summer. A Sugar user recently asked for a good smoothie recipe that doesn't contain berries since she is allergic.

We all have heard about the marvelous health benefits of
almonds. Not only are they high in
protein and
calcium, but also high in
monounsaturated fat, the same healthy fats found in olive oil, which are associated with reducing your risk of heart disease. Research has
proven that almonds can reduce your total cholesterol levels, and lower the
LDL levels (bad cholesterol).

This is such a quick snack, and for that reason alone it is one of my favorites.
What you'll need:
Apples
Almond butter
Granola
Skewers
- Slice the apples, keeping the peels on.
- Strategically place the skewers in the slices, without letting the pointy part poke through.
- Spread the almond butter on one side of the apple slices.
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- Sprinkle the granola on the almond butter and enjoy.
Why we love it:
Apples are full of fiber, so when you eat them, they fill you up and leave you feeling satisfied.
Almond butter is so delicious and a great source of protein.