Almond butter

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Common questions

Is Almond butter healthy?

Almond butter scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This almond butter contains beneficial dry roasted almonds, which are rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

How processed is Almond butter?

Almond butter is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Almond butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Dry Roasted Almonds, Sea Salt count in its favor; Cane Sugar, Palm Oil are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Almond butter

H-E-B
65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$19.94 · 16 oz · $1.25 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by H-E-B
Category Peanut Butter & Nut Butters
Summary

This almond butter contains beneficial dry roasted almonds, which are rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber. However, the inclusion of cane sugar and palm oil adds unnecessary refined sugars and less desirable fats, which detract from its nutritional profile. The product is moderately processed, limiting its score due to the presence of added sugars and oils.

Key ingredients 5

Dry Roasted Almonds
Good

Dry roasted almonds are a natural source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, making them a nutritious base for almond butter.

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Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt enhances flavor naturally and contains trace minerals, making it a preferable salt option.

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Honey Powder
Neutral

Honey powder adds sweetness but does not significantly impact the nutritional profile positively or negatively.

Cane Sugar
Bad

Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that can contribute to excess calorie intake without providing essential nutrients.

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Palm Oil
Bad

Palm oil is often associated with environmental concerns and contains saturated fats, which should be consumed in moderation.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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