Consider dietary needs and read labels when choosing almond butter. Check for added sugar or oil and ensure it’s peanut-free if needed. Taste before buying and compare prices, including bulk options.
When choosing almond butter, it’s important to consider the dietary needs of yourself or anyone else who will be consuming it. You should also carefully read the label on any commercial almond butter you buy so you understand what ingredients are used in its preparation. It’s also important to select a butter that you and your family find tasty and enjoy eating. Finally, you may also want to compare the price differences between brands and look into the bulk purchase option to save money.
Almond butter is made from almonds that are ground into a smooth paste. Many people like to spread it on bread or crackers and can also use it in dips and other recipes. Others prefer its taste or use almond butter instead of peanut butter due to allergies and sensitivities. People who are sensitive to peanuts or who buy almond butter for those with sensitivities should take care to find out if it is prepared in a peanut-free environment. Unfortunately, some processing plants process a variety of nuts, including peanuts, which can taint its other nut butters.
Another consideration is ingredients that have been added to the butter to increase its palatability or to make it easier to spread. Often, sugar is added to nut butters, and this could be an unwelcome addition for those who are trying to control their sugar, calorie or carbohydrate intake. Before purchasing an almond butter, review its ingredients label to identify if sugar or other sweeteners have been added. If additional oil was added, make sure it’s an oil you don’t mind.
It is useless to buy a food product that you do not find tasty. If possible, taste the butter before you buy it, or buy a small size initially to see if it’s something you like. Another option is to try it both on its own and in cooking, as you may find that some brands of almond butter work better in cooking while others are more palatable on their own.
Nut butters can sometimes be expensive. As such, you may want to consider the cost of a particular brand of almond butter when choosing a jar for your family. Another option is to find a butter that is sold in bulk or even in bulk to cut down on expenses over time.
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