Honey Almond Nut Butter

Low Carb Spread
Written By Angela van Schaijk

🍯🥄 Honey Almond Nut Butter

Rich, creamy, and naturally sweet — this Honey Almond Nut Butter is what happens when simplicity meets nourishment. It’s made from whole, real-food ingredients that align beautifully with a primal lifestyle: roasted almonds, raw honey, a touch of coconut oil, and vanilla for a whisper of indulgence. Whether you're spreading it on low-carb bread, swirling it into chia pudding, or eating it straight from the jar (no judgment), this nut butter delivers healthy fats, subtle sweetness, and incredible flavor.

Unlike commercial nut butters loaded with seed oils and additives, this homemade version is anti-inflammatory, gut-friendly, and minimally processed — perfect for anyone staying low-carb while still craving comfort food energy.

🌰 Almonds

Almonds are packed with monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium, and plant-based protein. Soaking and roasting (or dehydrating) makes them more digestible by reducing anti-nutrients like phytic acid. They support:

  • Heart and brain health

  • Blood sugar balance

  • Skin health thanks to their antioxidant profile

They’re also naturally low in carbs and rich in fiber, making them perfect for satiating primal snacks.

🍯 Raw Honey (used sparingly for primal-friendly carbs)

Raw honey, used in small amounts, fits into a primal framework as a natural, unrefined sweetener. It's packed with enzymes, antioxidants, and even a few trace minerals. Benefits include:

  • Quick, clean energy boost

  • Anti-bacterial and immune-supportive properties

  • Gut-friendly prebiotics

In moderation, it's far superior to refined sugars and adds a gentle sweetness without spiking blood sugar too sharply.

🥥 Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a metabolism-boosting fat rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). These are easily converted into fuel, making them ideal for low-carb and ketogenic energy systems. Coconut oil also supports:

  • Brain clarity

  • Hormonal balance

  • Antimicrobial protection (thanks to lauric acid)

It adds richness and helps create that luscious nut butter texture.

🧂 Sea Salt

More than flavor — sea salt replenishes electrolytes, especially important on low-carb diets where sodium is often depleted. It aids in:

  • Hydration

  • Nerve and muscle function

  • Craving control and satiety

🍦 Vanilla Extract

Vanilla isn’t just for aroma — it carries antioxidant compounds and may help reduce inflammation. It also signals the brain with comforting, sweet notes without adding sugar, which is helpful when dialing down cravings naturally.

🥄 Primal Tip: Store in a jar in the fridge or pantry. Try it as a dip for celery or low-carb apple slices, mix into protein fluff, or blend into smoothies for a creamy energy kick.

One spoonful, and you’ll never look at store-bought nut butter the same again.

Angela van Schaijk