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Cashew butter
Calories & nutrition facts
plain, with salt added
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 609 kcal —
- Protein 12 g 24%
- Carbohydrate 27 g 10%
- Fat 53 g 68%
- Saturated fat 11 g 53%
- Fibre 3 g 11%
- Sugars 9.1 g —
- Sodium 295 mg 13%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 5.1 mg 34%
- Vitamin K 30.3 µg 25%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.16 mg 13%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.16 mg 12%
- Niacin (B3) 1.1 mg 7%
- Vitamin B6 0.2 mg 12%
- Folate (B9) 55 µg 14%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 48.3 mg 9%
Minerals
- Calcium 61 mg 5%
- Iron 4.9 mg 27%
- Magnesium 206 mg 49%
- Phosphorus 388 mg 31%
- Potassium 447 mg 10%
- Zinc 4.4 mg 40%
- Copper 1.8 mg 195%
- Selenium 9.3 µg 17%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 609 | 12 g | 27 g | 53 g |
| 1 × tbsp | 16 g | 97 | 1.9 g | 4.4 g | 8.5 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 173 | 3.4 g | 7.7 g | 15 g |
| 2 × tbsp | 32 g | 195 | 3.9 g | 8.7 g | 17 g |
| ½ × tbsp | 8 g | 49 | 1 g | 2.2 g | 4.2 g |
| 3 × tbsp | 48 g | 292 | 5.8 g | 13 g | 26 g |
| 4 × tbsp | 64 g | 390 | 7.8 g | 18 g | 34 g |
Similar foods
- Cashew spreadno added sugar or salt605 kcal / 100 g
- Cashew nutsraw553 kcal / 100 g
- Almond butterplain, with salt added614 kcal / 100 g
- Sesame butterfrom whole seed, paste587 kcal / 100 g
- Roasted cashewwithout salt613 kcal / 100 g
- Sunflower seed butter617 kcal / 100 g
- Peanut buttersmooth & crunchy, salt added, no sugar added631 kcal / 100 g
- Sesame butter paste586 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Cashew butter
Why has the oil separated in my cashew butter?
In natural cashew butter, the oil can rise to the top. Stir it right down to the bottom with a sturdy knife or spoon; if the jar is very firm, leave it at room temperature briefly first.
How do you use cashew butter in a savoury sauce?
Whisk a spoonful with warm water, lime juice, soy sauce and grated ginger for a creamy dressing or dipping sauce. Add the water gradually until it is pourable; it also works stirred into a curry at the end of cooking.
Can you use cashew butter instead of peanut butter in baking?
Usually, yes: use the same amount in biscuits, flapjacks or a nut-butter cake. Cashew butter has a milder flavour, and a runny, oily jar can make the mixture softer, so chill biscuit dough before baking if it spreads too much.
How do you make cashew butter at home?
Roast unsalted cashews on a tray at 175 °C for about 8–10 minutes, then blend them in a food processor, stopping to scrape down the sides. Keep blending until the nuts release their oil and turn into a smooth paste; this can take several minutes.
How should you store cashew butter after opening?
Seal the jar tightly and keep it in a cool, dark cupboard if you will use it regularly. Refrigerating it helps it keep its quality for longer, but makes it firmer and harder to spread; use a clean spoon to avoid introducing crumbs or moisture.
What can you use instead of cashew butter?
Almond butter is a close, mildly flavoured swap in spreads and baking; peanut butter has a stronger, more distinctive taste. For a nut-free option, try sunflower seed butter, checking that it suits the recipe’s texture.
Is cashew butter safe for someone with a nut allergy?
No: cashews are tree nuts, so cashew butter is not suitable for someone allergic to cashews. It may also be made or packed alongside other nuts, so check for allergen information if cross-contact is a concern.
How much cashew butter is a typical serving?
A level tablespoon, about 16 g, is a practical portion to spread on toast or stir into porridge; it provides 97 kcal.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168597 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
