Almonds are crushed and combined with oil to make almond butter
Peanut butter is a popular spread made from peanuts. It is most commonly used on bread for sandwiches and in baking recipes. For those with peanut allergies or concerned about the high sugar content of peanut butter, consider these other butters.
Soy Nut Butter
Soy nut butter is a great substitution for people with peanut and tree nut allergies. According to the Center for Young Women's Health, it is made from crushed soy nuts and mixed with soy oil. Soy nut butter is a source of protein, just like peanut butter.
Almond Butter
Almond butter is considered a healthier alternative to peanut butter by Homemakers magazine. While most peanut butter is made with hydrogenated oils and sugar, almond butter is simply crushed almonds and non-hydrogenated oil. Almond butter does not include preservatives. While almond butter is a healthy substitute for peanut butter, it is slightly more expensive.
Hazelnut Butter
Hazelnut butter is a peanut butter alternative that is popular in Europe, according to ABC News. Some brands of hazelnut butter combine chocolate with its butter for a richer, sweeter taste.
Pea Butter
Pea butter uses golden peas as a peanut substitute. It also uses sugar and oil to give the pea butter the sweetness and consistency of peanut butter, according to Emax Health. This butter is less healthy than other alternatives, but it is suitable for those with peanut allergies.
Cashew Butter
Cashew butter is high in protein, fiber and minerals, according to Emax Health. It is similar to almond butter because it does not contain the preservatives found in most peanut butter.
Sunflower Butter
For those with nut allergies, sunflower seed butter can be used in place of peanut butter. It contains the same nutritional value as nut butters, but it is slightly less flavorful. This can be remedied by adding honey or jam, according to Emax Health.
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