Frankho Fresh – Nut Butter

Nut butter is a butter-like spread which is made by grinding nuts into a paste. They are wonderful to use as a replacement for traditional butter and margarine, as well as a variety of other tasty ways.

Not at all surprisingly, butter made from different nuts have different nutritional benefits. This means they enrich your diet in a number of ways. Here are a few ways you can use nut butter to create a yummy, healthy snack.

Nut Butter Nutritional Facts

Nut butter are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and essential fatty acids. They also tend to be higher in calories. So enjoy them sparingly if you’re watching your calorie intake.

Types of Nut Butter

Almond butter is considered to be the healthiest of all nut butter varieties. Keep in mind that a little goes a long way.

Almond butter contains approximately twice the amount of magnesium and almost seven times the amount of calcium than peanut butter. It’s great with things like apple slices or pretzels. It also works well added to many baked-good recipes.

Cashew butter is made with either raw or roasted cashews. Raw butter contains a higher nutrient level. For the best results, it should always be refrigerated after opening. Cashew butter is often added to smoothies, used as a dip or used as an ingredient in vegan nut cheese.

Mixed nut butter is a good choice for anyone who wants to combine the benefits of multiple kinds of butter together. Try making it yourself by combining mixed nuts, honey, and peanut oil in a blender container. Process until smooth. If necessary, add additional honey to make the butter sweeter.

Peanut butter is by far the most popular nut butter. Who doesn’t love peanut butter and jelly, right? Not surprisingly, 90 percent of American households keep peanut butter as a pantry staple. Several studies have shown that peanut butter may help to reduce colon cancer in women and help to prevent Alzheimer’s. Peanut butter is also known to help to control hunger.

Pistachio butter isn’t as readily available as some other butter, but it’s well worth the hunt. When you’re looking for a little burst of energy, pistachio butter can come to the rescue. Because it’s rich in vitamin E and antioxidants, eating it may help to keep infections at bay.

Uses for Nut Butter

The uses for nut butter are limited only by your imagination. It’s a pretty sure bet that you’ll want to eat it straight from the Frankho Fresh jar. Go a little “nutty” and try adding the butter to your favorite bar cookie or granola recipe. Spread it on graham crackers or banana bread. You can even incorporate nut butter into your favorite smoothie ingredients. Almost anything goes!

Whether you purchase a commercially available brand or make your own, nut butter is a staple you don’t want to live without.

Peanut butter aside, if you’ve never tried it, now is the perfect time to do so. With so many varieties to choose from, chances are you’ll be hard-pressed to pick out a favorite.