Did you know that most store bought p-nut butters are toxic???
Whether you like creamy or chunky, make sure to…. (You’ve heard this before!) READ THE LABELS! Best peanut butter has 1 ingredient: peanuts! Stay away from anything that has hydrogenated oils or sugar added to it. They are both toxic, cause inflammation in the body, and slow down your metabolism. Buy your natural peanut butter from the supermarket or in bulk at the health food store.
An even better option is almond butter which is really popular these days but can be pricey. Make your own almond or nut butter for less than the store and add in some extras to make it unique and yummy. Almonds are a great source of protein, calcium, Vitamin E, and fibre.
You will need:
A food processor or Vitamix 2 cups of almonds (or nut of your choice) A pinch or two of celtic sea salt 1-2 tsp coconut oil 1 tbsp chia seeds Cinnamon powder A few drops of real vanilla
Directions: Place all the almonds in your food processor and blend for 8-10 minutes. Every 2-3 minutes you may need to stop the processor and use a spoon scrape down the sides of the bowl. At first the mixture will get crumbly. Just keep on processing because it will turn creamy! Once your almond butter is creamy add chia seeds, and a pinch of sea salt, cinnamon, and vanilla. Store in an air tight container or jar in your refrigerator for up to a month. SOOOOO GOOOOD! and so easy. Who knew?!
My fave gluten-free option? (besides eating it with a spoon!) Spread your delicious, homemade nut butter on apple slices.
You are what you eat. You are what you think. ~Gracious Living Lifestyle XO
“If only everyone paid attention to what they eat, how they think, how well they love, and how awesome they really are, we would all walk around with smiles on our face 24/7.” ~~Mimi Kirk, voted sexiest vegan over 50
Comments