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Asked by: Tawny Monti
food and drink desserts and bakingIs Almond Butter the same as peanut butter?
For a quick answer, both nut butters do have similar nutritional value. Almond butter is slightly healthier than peanut butter because it has more vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Both nut butters are roughly equal in calories and sugar, but peanut butter has a little more protein than almond butter.
Accordingly, does almond butter and peanut butter taste the same?
The flavor of almond butter is comparable to peanut butter only nuttier and slightly richer. It's a tasty alternative for those with peanut-only allergies.
Similarly one may ask, is almond butter or peanut butter better for weight loss?
But peanut butter is higher in protein than almond butter. Protein is the most important nutrient for weight loss and good health. It has seven times as much calcium as peanut butter. Also, almond butter contains higher amounts monounsaturated fat and lesser saturated fat as compared to peanut butter.
Barney Butter Bare Almond Butter, 2 Tbsp
Calories | 180 |
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Fat | 18 g |
Saturated Fat | 2 g |
Carbs | 6 g |
Protein | 7 g |