Almond butter is a staple in our home, so while we were visiting Hawaii, I was surprised by how difficult it was to find a jar made with just almonds and no added sugar or seed oils at the local grocery stores. When we stopped at Costco, I spotted Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter, and the ingredient list immediately caught my attention, it contains just one ingredient: dry roasted almonds. I picked up a jar to enjoy on toast and in oatmeal. Read on to find out whether this Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter lived up to my expectations and whether I’d buy it again now that it’s also available in Canada.
Location in Store
This is located in the aisle at Costco with other nut butters and jams like the Kirkland Signature Mixed Nut Butter with Seeds and the Bonne Maman Strawberry Jam. The item number is 859695.
Taste
The Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter tastes exactly like its only ingredient—dry roasted almonds. It has a rich, roasted almond flavor that’s more complex and nuttier than traditional peanut butter, so there’s no mistaking the two. With just one ingredient and no added sugar, oils, preservatives, or other additives, this almond butter has a pure, natural taste.
If you’re looking for a sweet almond butter, this probably isn’t the one for you. Since it contains no added sugar, the flavor is entirely derived from the roasted almonds. The texture is smooth and creamy but has a slight grittiness from the finely ground almonds, giving it a more natural mouthfeel than many processed nut butters. It spreads easily on toast and pairs wonderfully with jam, honey, or sliced bananas. If you enjoy the flavor of roasted almonds, you’ll almost certainly enjoy this Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter.
Cost
I originally purchased this 765-gram jar of Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter for $9.99 Canadian in 2019. During a trip to Maui in 2026, I paid $8.49 USD for the same size jar.
Compared to peanut butter, almond butter is generally more expensive, especially natural varieties made with just one ingredient and no added oils, sugar, or fillers. Considering the quality and simple ingredient list, I think the price is quite reasonable.
Convenience
The Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter is versatile and convenient to keep on hand. You can spread it on toast, stir it into oatmeal, blend it into smoothies, enjoy it with sliced bananas, or simply eat it by the spoonful. Once opened, the almond butter should be refrigerated.
One thing to note is that when you first open the jar, you’ll find a layer of natural almond oil on top. Since this almond butter contains only dry roasted almonds and no stabilizers, the oil naturally separates. It takes a bit of elbow grease to stir the oil back into the almond butter, making it slightly less convenient than processed peanut butters like Kraft Peanut Butter. However, once it’s thoroughly mixed, it has a smooth, creamy consistency that’s easy to spread.
Nutrition
Calories
A two tablespoon serving of Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter contains 200 calories, 18 grams of fat, 7 grams of protein, 1 gram of sugar, 6 grams of carbohydrates, and 3 grams of fibre. While almond butter is relatively high in calories and fat, most of the fat comes from unsaturated fats, which are commonly considered healthy.
Ingredients
I love that this almond butter has such a simple ingredient list: just one ingredient, dry roasted almonds. The Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter contains no preservatives, added sugars, or added oils, making it a great option for those looking for a more natural nut butter. It’s also made in a peanut-free facility, which is an important detail for those with peanut-related concerns.
Scoring
Taste: 8.5/10
Cost: 7.5/10
Convenience: 10/10
Nutrition: 10/10 (One point for the strawberries on top).
Overall
Give it a try!
This Kirkland Signature Almond Butter from Costco is straightforward, but that’s exactly what almond butter should be. While this almond butter requires a bit more effort to mix, the simple ingredients and roasted almond flavor make it a great choice.
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Have you tried the Costco Kirkland Signature Creamy Almond Butter? What did you think of it?
Please note that this review was not paid for or sponsored by any third party. This product was purchased by Costcuisine for the purpose of producing this review. The opinions in this review are strictly those of Costcuisine. Costcuisine is not affiliated with Costco or any of its suppliers. In the event that Costcuisine receives compensation for a post from the manufacturer of a product or some other third party, the arrangement will be clearly disclosed (including where the manufacturer of a product provides Costcuisine with a free sample of the product).
Are the skins left on the almond when they process the almond butter?
That’s a good question, I think I’d reach out to Costco directly to ask this.
There is do much oil inside bottle floating
Where it’s coming from.as in Ingredients does not show oil has been added??
There is soo much oil Floating in Kirland brand Almond butter
It’s not possible to make smooth Almond butter with adding oil
Anyway saw the ingredient label on Almond butter Kirkland brand
It’s says Only Almonds
Please reply why so much oil floating in bottle on top of butter ???
I found the Kirkland organic creamy almond butter in the 27 ounce jar loaded with oil it’s not just floating at top it’s deep down into the jar as I tried to mix it. I paid for almond butter not oil butter !
I have to disagree with you on the sweetness. If you are used to eating a ton of sugar then I can see why you may not think it has any sweetness. I also think taste is subjective to eat taster 😉
I do agree it is thinner than most nut butters and does arrive with the almond oil settled on top.
But I disagree, I absolutely love eating this all by itself from the jar with a fork after sprinkling a bit of sea salt on the top later…YUM
I bought some and it has a bitter taste, almost seems like it is rancid! I’m afraid to eat it.
Can not find expiring date on jar of Kirland Almond Butter.
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There is no expiration date on the jar, but you should find a Best if used by stamp if you purchase in the U.S.
When I get my Kirkland almond butter home, I store it in the pantry, I put it UPside down. Later when I’m ready to eat it, I turn it right side up. Then I can stir it. The oil is on the bottom so I can just stir the oil in without spilling and my almond butter is ready to spread on rice cakes or bagels or toast or to be dipped into by apple slices or celery. It’s a great breakfast or snack.
Great tips!
freaking out because I just ate some and didn’t realize it was supposed to be refrigerated 😭
Only after opening
We have never refrigerated peanut or almond butter after opening … despite the instructions. Always keep it in the pantry, because cold nut butter on warm toast isn’t so nice. Have never seen the nut butters kept in the pantry spoil or made anyone ill.
I never store mine in the refrigerator after opening and have never had an issue with it going rancid. But then I can go through a jar within 2 weeks! Love, Love, Love!
My Mother in law taught us to mix natural butters like Almond by using only one beater in your hand mixer. Works like a charm. You never have to keep mixing it!!