Healthy Almond Butter Snacks You Have To Try

We are often asked if almond butter is good as a snack food? And the answer is always a resounding, yes! Almond butter is the perfect snack food! It's packed with protein and other nutrients, full of healthy fats and it's filling. 

Munching on healthy almond butter snacks can help decrease cardiovascular disease, lower blood pressure, and cholesterol and aid in an overall healthy heart! It's also a fantastic gluten-free ingredient, especially when it has no added sweeteners. 

If you're on a high protein, low-carb diet, look no further than these almond butter recipes. But truly, they're delicious options that everyone will love.

Lemon Almond Protein Bliss Balls 

Mmmm, tangy lemon, hints of coconut, and cookie-flavored almond butter - could it get any better? In fact, it can. These balls of deliciousness are not only packed with protein but they're naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and low in carbs. 

Mix our Butter My Cookie almond butter with unflavored protein powder and the zest and juice of two lemons as the base ingredients for this recipe. 

You can eat these snacks any time of day and don't have to worry about a nasty sugar crash! 

Check out the full recipe here. 

Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies

There are many types of almond butter that work great in this fantastic pick-me-up cookie recipe. But we like to keep it simple in this recipe with Just Plain Nutty almond butter. 

With a dose of protein from the almond butter and tons of fiber from the oats, these cookies are not only mouthwatering, but they're also good for you! These cookies are low in calories and don't contain any butter. 

Soft and chewy, you'll fall in love with this healthy almond butter snack. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup instant oats 
• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 
• 1.5 tsp baking powder 
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt 
• 1 large egg white 
• 1/4 cup Just Plain Nutty almond butter 
• 1/2 cup maple syrup 
• 2 tbs chocolate chips (optional)

Method:

1. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl
2. Mix the egg white and vanilla in a separate bowl and mix in the almond butter until smooth. Then stir in the maple syrup
3. Add the dry ingredients, stirring until incorporated 
4. Fold in chocolate chips if you're using them
5. Drop the cookie dough into scoops onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Flatten each scoop to the preferred thickness
6. Bake at 375° for 11 to 13 minutes

Wait for the cookies to cool before diving into the deliciousness. 

Celery and Almond Butter

This is a fantastic low-carb, healthy snack option that is downright tasty! Simply cut a stalk of celery into pinky-finger length sizes and fill with your favorite almond butter. 

If you want to throw it back to your childhood, sprinkle raisins on top for the classic 'ants on a log' snack. 

You can get really creative with the type of almond butter you choose but always remember to choose one that is free of artificial sweeteners and low in sugar. 

Almond and Tahini Dip

This is one of the best almond butter recipes as it only requires two ingredients and you can make plenty of it to store in your fridge for whenever you feel peckish. 

Simply mix 2 tbsp of plain almond butter with 2 tbsp of tahini to create this tasty, nutritious, and protein-packed dip. 

Once you've made the dip you can rummage for fruit and vegetables in your fridge to enjoy it with! We love celery, apples, and pears. 

Almond Butter Smoothie 

Simple, chock-full of nutrients, and oh-so-yummy, this almond butter smoothie is versatile so you can experiment with different additions and plant-based milk. 

Ingredients for one serving:

• 2 frozen bananas
• 1/2 cup almond milk (or another plant milk)
• 1 tbsp of your favorite almond butter 
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder 
• 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder (chocolate flavor recommended)

Add all ingredients to a blender and blitz until smooth! You'll love the creaminess from the frozen bananas and the silky, smooth chocolatey flavor of the cocoa powder. 

Almond Butter Banana Popsicles 

How does a yummy, homemade and healthy popsicle to beat the summer heat sound? These are creamy, delicious, and guilt-free — the best kind of snack! And all you need are a couple common ingredients and a popsicle mold. 

Ingredients: 

• 4 - 5 bananas 
• 3/4 cup almond butter (try our Bundle Up Blondie for a butterscotch blondie kick!)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened plant milk
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave syrup
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 

Method:

1. Add to food processor or blender and blitz all of the ingredients until very smooth. You're aiming for a puree consistency 
2. Pour the blended mixture into your popsicle mold and freeze until solid (at least 6 hours)
3. Store in a sealed container 

Whenever you need a snack to cool you down, your sweet tooth cravings are too much to bear or you just want to treat yourself, dive in, and enjoy! 

Almond, Seed, and Granola Coated Banana

Kids will love this, adults will love this and health-enthusiasts will love this. It's simple, incredibly nutritious, and will give you a huge boost of energy. 

Simply slice a banana lengthwise from top to bottom. Spread with a generous serving of almond butter. Sprinkle granola and your favorite seeds on top (we love hemp seeds for a protein kick or pumpkin seeds for a nutty flavor). 

Which Healthy Almond Butter Snacks Are You Going to Try?

These healthy almond butter snacks are all so tempting you probably can't decide which one to try first! Whichever you choose to add to your snack rotation you can rest easy knowing that you're eating a healthy, protein-rich, and low-carb snack. 

At American Dream Nut Butter, we produce small-batch almond butter using only the best quality American-grown almonds. Each batch is free of artificial sweeteners, added fillers, and preservatives — the perfect addition to your snack recipes! Shop our range of fun, flavorful blends now for your next favorite almond butter.