Meridian Organic Smooth Almond Butter 100% [170g] (Pack of 3)

Product Information

Our almond butters are also suitable but please read the ingredient lists of our flavoured varieties as the likes of cocoa & peanut do contain added sunflower oil and also have more than 2 ingredients. What’s special about the Richer Roast peanut butter, what are Hi Oleic peanuts? Almonds have high levels of vitamin E: almond butter is one of the best (and tastiest!) natural sources of the fat-soluble vitamin E you can find Biona Crunchy Organic Almond Butter is certified as an organic almond butter and is made with 100% almonds, no added sugars and no palm oil. You can also add almond butter to your baking to add a rich, sweet flavour to your cakes and biscuits. Evidence suggests that the inclusion of the monounsaturated fats to your diet can help to promote the healthier type of cholesterol in our blood.

Our yeast extract is produced by a natural enzymatic fermentation process predominantly from brewer’s yeast, which is spent yeast. Brewer’s yeast can be grown using different plant derivatives; sugar beets, sugar beet molasses, sugar cane molasses, barley, and malt. Our product originates from brewer’s yeast, grown in wort made from barley. During the yeast extract production process the gluten content is reduced to a level which, in most cases, is not detectable by an ELISA test with a detection limit of 5 ppm. Very occasionally gluten is detected at very low levels, but always significantly lower than the <20ppm legally classed as gluten free according to EU regulations 929/2014. In addition, you won’t find brands that include added sugars or artificial flavourings as they simply don't stand up to the competition, so all the products ranked below are either 100% nut or close to.Protein is an essential part of our diets as it helps to maintain and repair muscles and it is especially important that you hit your daily recommended protein allowance if you live an active lifestyle and enjoy working out. Or if you prefer your cooking to be savoury, almond butter can be added to curries, stews and soups. And….Richer Roast tastes incredibly indulgent and everything you would want from a peanut butter. What does unsaturated fat actually mean? Top tip: If you have doubts that this is oil, heat a spoon in hot water, scoop some onto the spoon and you will be able to see the lumps melt. A lot of flavour is contained in the oils so it’s good to keep these oils mixed in. What are the white beads/ dots/ snowflakes on the top of my nut butter/Chocca? In cold weather, the oils within our nut butters, more often in our coconut range but also in our cashew butter and Chocca, once separated may harden and solidify partially. The consistency does not affect the nutrients but you may notice small white lumps that may resemble small grains of rice.

Whereas Pip & Nut Almond Butter is the smooth alternative spread and a great source of both protein and vitamin E.Smooth almond butter is usually more popular amongst children, who generally dislike any kind of lumps in their food! But, with almond butter, cashew butter, dark roast peanut butter, cocoa and cashew butter, how are you meant to choose which one to add to your weekly shop? Of course, there is an even more popular way to eat almond butter for breakfast. Almond butter is delicious when spread on a slice or two of toast for a simple breakfast that is ready in a couple of minutes. Almonds, hazelnuts and peanuts are rich sources of monounsaturated fats and if eaten unsalted, just a small daily handful would contribute towards a healthy diet. Why do we need some fat? We don’t add anything to our roasted nuts to make our peanut or almond butter – just 100% nuts. There is definitely no Xylitol in our nut butters.

We also hear that you are concerned about Xylitol and Palm Oil as they are harmful to dogs and puppies. Whether you should feed peanut or almond butter to your dog or puppy is something you’d need to follow up with your vet, however we can confirm that our products are made with 100% peanuts and almonds. Where are your nuts and seeds sourced from? Sweet, nutty and oh-so smooth, you can’t go wrong with Meridian Smooth Almond Butter. Naturally crunchy with no artificial additives, the almonds Meridian use are roasted in their skins then crushed into a smooth creamy texture. Nothing else is added, it’s just 100% almond goodness.

How should I eat almond butter?

We pride ourselves on using 100% nuts and nothing extra. As a result, the natural oils from the nuts can rise to the top. Other brands often use palm oil, sugar, salt, stabilisers and preservatives and it’s palm oil which acts as an emulsifier to bind the product together. This is why other brands using palm oil don’t have any trouble with oil separation. Meridian only use plant-based whole foods in their products: Meridian Smooth Almond Butter is made from 100% roasted almonds, with absolutely no additives or added sugar. Best nut butters: The best peanut butters for flavour Number one peanut butter for flavour: Manilife Deep Roast Crunchy Peanut Butter Our products are only released for sale when they have been subjected to comprehensive testing and quality assessment, in full compliance with all current EU Food Regulations. I have a peanut allergy - can I eat your Almond or Cashew Butter?

Pip & Nut Coconut Almond Butter gives a dash of sweetness and tropical flavour to your smoothie. The combination of coconut and almond is a perfect match. We sustainably source a wide range of nuts and seeds with countries of origin varying based on seasons and availability. Are your nuts and seeds screened for Aflatoxin?When it’s colder, it can separate and form little white dots, snowflakes, pea sized beads on the surface of the nut butter. Please be assured that this is normal and remains safe. These can be mixed in and will disappear on your warm toast! Why is my nut butter too runny? too dry? Not only is it tasty, almond butter is also incredibly nutritious. Read about some of the benefits of almonds below: Unsaturated fats and omega-3 fats are considered to be better for our health and they can help to reduce blood cholesterol. Unsaturated fats are found generally in plant foods such as seeds/grains, nuts, vegetables and fruit. They can be either polyunsaturated, found in sunflower, soya, corn, and sesame oils or monounsaturated like olive and rapeseed oils.