Used in multiple popular recipes
Ingredient Information
Name
Nut butter
Category
Frutos Secos
Popularity
7 recipes
Status
Inactive
Description
Nut butter is a creamy paste made by grinding different types of nuts, such as almonds, peanuts, walnuts, or hazelnuts. This ingredient is widely used in cooking to add flavor, texture, and high nutritional value to various preparations, from desserts and breakfasts to sauces and dips.
Its origin dates back to traditional practices in many cultures where nuts were processed to obtain a rich paste that made them easier to consume and preserve. Today, nut butter is popular all over the world and is especially valued in healthy cuisine for being a natural source of good fats, protein, fiber, vitamins (such as vitamin E), and essential minerals.
Its notable properties include its high content of monounsaturated fatty acids, which help improve cardiovascular health, as well as antioxidants that contribute to cellular protection. Furthermore, it is an excellent alternative for those seeking a natural sweetener or spread without added sugars.
In different Spanish-speaking countries, nut butter may be called crema de frutos secos, pasta de frutos secos, or simply peanut butter (when it is made specifically with peanuts). These synonyms are common and vary depending on the region and the predominant type of nut.