Meridian Foods: Nut Butter Recipes

November 27, 2014

I love nut butters!

All nuts and seeds are great sources of protein and energy, and although they contain oils and fats these are unsaturated heart-healthy fats with a whole list of benefits.

Meridian Foods were kind enough to send me some to try – I’m a big fan of their brand! Their products don’t use palm oil, and most of them are 100% pure nuts (some have a pinch of sea salt).

Crunchy peanut butter, crunchy cashew butter, and smooth almond butter

Almonds
Almonds are high in fibre, and natural Vitamin E which helps boost the immune system. They’re a good source of magnesium, and are high in calcium and phosphorous, which are great for maintaining healthy bones and teeth.

Cashews

Cashews are technically the seed of the cashew apple. They’re rich in a number of trace minerals including iron (vital for the production of red blood cells), copper (important for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels), magnesium (for cardiovascular health) and tryptophan – which is important for healthy sleep! They also contain good levels of zinc which helps manage hormones.

Peanuts

Peanuts are actually a legume not a nut! They’re high in protein, and contain vital essential minerals including magnesium, zinc for hormone production, iodine and selenium for thyroid function, and manganese which reduces anxiety.

Nut Butter Ideas

Apple and almond/cashew butter– either cold slices, or chopped and microwaved with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Banana and peanut butter- the perfect pre-run snack! Add a slice of toast for a great breakfast.

Porridge- Adding a tablespoon of nut butter to porridge is a great way to have some healthy fats at breakfast, and makes it taste great!

Smoothies- I’ve added almond butter to my smoothies for extra protein and a more fulfilling breakfast.

Pancakes- Paleo pancakes made with egg, banana, and almond butter. These take a bit of practise as they can fall apart really easily in the frying pan!

Cookies and Muffins
I haven’t got around to making any baked goods with my nut butters yet- sometimes it’s too easy just to eat it out the jar with a spoon!

Here are some recipes I’ve bookmarked to try:

Cashew Butter and Honey Breakfast Muffins
Nature’s Energy Bites
Paleo Banana Nut Muffins
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

How do you like to eat nut butter? What’s your favourite nut butter?

Beki x

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