Generally speaking, almond butter will only last for a month or so in the fridge. If you’ve bought or made a large jar of it then you’ll struggle to get through it, regardless of how much you like it.
Can You Freeze Almond Butter?
Yes, you can freeze almond butter for up to 6 months. The process for freezing almond butter is simple too. Just portion it out into an airtight container and store it in the freezer.
Does Almond Butter Freeze Well? Yes
Can You Refreeze Almond Butter? No
How To Freeze Almond Butter
First, you need to either grab a jar of almond butter or make a batch yourself. It’s surprisingly easy and incredibly satisfying as you know exactly what has gone into your almond butter.
If you’re looking for an easy recipe then check this out from Texanerin.
Once you’ve got your almond butter at the ready, you can get to freezing it:
- Portion Into Containers: Grab a few small airtight containers. Consider how much almond butter you will use in the space of a few days and grab pots that are the equivalent size to the amount you’ll use. Spoon the almond butter into the containers. Leave a small air gap at the top to give it space to expand.
- Seal It: Place a layer of clingfilm over the top of the almond butter and then secure the lid. This will help to protect it from the air getting in.
- Freeze It: Label it up and then place into the freezer.
If you want to freeze your almond butter for use in smoothies then the method is similar to above but, instead of using small containers, use an ice cube tray.
You can fill each slot with almond butter and then pop a cube out whenever you want to use it.
3 Tips for Freezing Almond Butter
Now you know how to freeze it, we’ve got our 3 top tips which we strongly recommend following when freezing almond butter to have the best results:
Allow Room for Expansion
There is a chance that your almond butter will expand a little when frozen. You need to ensure you leave room for this expansion in any containers you use when freezing it.
Give it a Stir
Once you have thawed your almond butter, you’ll find it may have split. It will look oily and grainy. This is nothing to fear though. You just need to give it a vigorous stir to mix it back together.
Protect
When freezing any nut butter, you will want to ensure it is completely airtight. Good quality Tupperware will work fine but some cheaper containers can let a little air seep in. If you’re worried it is not airtight then wrap the container in a little clingfilm.
How Long Can You Freeze Almond Butter?
Unlike in the fridge where you can only keep it for a month or so, almond butter will keep for much longer in the freezer. In fact, you can keep it in the freezer for up to 6 months – maybe even a little longer.
If kept in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, almond butter will keep for around 2 weeks in the fridge once opened.
How Do You Defrost Almond Butter?
If you’re going to use a cube of it in a smoothie then you don’t actually need to defrost it. Instead, you can toss it straight into the blender with your other ingredients. It’ll even help to keep it nice and chilled.
If, however, you want to use it in your cooking or baking then you’ll need to let it thaw slowly overnight. Place it in the fridge and let it slowly thaw out.
You will often find it separates somewhat. If this has happened, then give it a good stir. It’s always a good idea to give it a stir to ensure the oils are properly incorporated even if it doesn’t look visibly split.
Can You Refreeze Almond Butter?
Refreezing nut butter, such as almond butter, is not something we would recommend. You’ll find that the texture changes even further and your almond butter will no longer be silky smooth but may become oily and grainy in parts.
Does Almond Butter Freeze Well?
Almond butter freezes remarkably well. The only issue you may have is with the oils becoming separated. If this has happened, then a quick vigorous stir can fix the problem.
In terms of taste, provided that it has been stored in an airtight container, then it will taste just as good as almond butter from the cupboard.
Related FAQs
If you’ve still got questions about freezing almond butter or in general, then these may help:
Yes, almond butter cookies can be frozen. Almond butter cookies should be spread out on a line baking sheet to freeze. Once solid, they can carefully be popped into a bag.
Yes, both homemade and store-bought almond butter can be frozen for around 6 months.
