Making your own peanut butter is so easy, so much tastier than store bought, and limitless in customization options.
1 cup unsalted roasted shelled peanuts
1 1/2 teaspoon peanut oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts, optional
Combine the shelled peanuts, peanut oil, and salt in a blender. Process until smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
For crunchy peanut butter, stir in additional chopped roasted peanuts by hand.
Store the peanut butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stir the peanut butter before using as the oil may separate.
Use high-quality, fresh peanuts for the best flavor.
Roast the peanuts before blending for a deeper flavor.
Blend the peanuts to your desired consistency.
Change up your peanut butter with additions like honey, chocolate, or spices.
Stir the peanut butter before each use as natural peanut butter can separate.
Try different nut combinations for unique flavors.
Use the homemade peanut butter in sandwiches, baking, or as a snack dip.
Be patient, as it may take several minutes of blending to achieve the right texture.
Homemade peanut butter is free from preservatives and additives, making it a healthier choice.
Yes, a food processor works well for making peanut butter and may handle thicker mixtures better than some blenders.
You can use any neutral-flavored oil like vegetable oil, canola oil, or even almond oil.
Salt enhances the flavor but can be omitted or adjusted as desired.
Almonds, cashews, or a mix of nuts can be used to make different nut butter varieties.
Homemade peanut butter can last for several weeks in the refrigerator. Make sure it's stored in an airtight container.
Yes, you can add honey, maple syrup, or vanilla extract for sweetness, or even cocoa powder for a chocolate peanut butter variation.
Add a little more oil and blend again until you reach the desired consistency.
Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Yes, but for the best flavor, roast the raw peanuts in the oven before blending.
For a creamier texture, blend the peanuts longer and make sure they are fully processed into a smooth paste.
Food Processor or High-Speed Blender: The key tool needed for making homemade peanut butter. Make sure it is strong enough to handle grinding up peanuts.
Rubber Spatula: For scraping down the sides of the blender or food processor to make sure all the peanuts get fully processed.
Airtight Container: For storing the freshly made peanut butter in the refrigerator. Make sure it is airtight to keep the peanut butter fresh and prevent it from absorbing any funky odors in your fridge.
Measuring Cups and Spoons: For accurately measuring out the peanuts, peanut oil, salt, and optional chopped peanuts.
Crisp apple slices: the sweet crunch of apples will provide a refreshing contrast to the creamy richness of the homemade peanut butter.
Banana: slather this creamy homemade peanut butter on a banana and sprinkle with some honey and crushed nuts for a quick and easy take on a classic Elvis favorite.
Celery: stuff some celery sticks with this homemade peanut butter for a crunchy snack.
Ice Cream: drizzle this homemade peanut butter over a scoop of your favorite ice cream for a sweet and salty dessert.
Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich: because what's peanut butter without its fruity other half?
Chocolate Peanut Butter Milk Shake: combining the rich, nutty flavor of homemade peanut butter with chocolate and ice cream is a match made in heaven.
Peanut Butter Cookies: because if you've already gone through the effort of making your own peanut butter, might as well go the extra mile and whip up some cookies.
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reviews & comments
June 28, 2012
I much prefer to make my own peanut butter. It's so much healthier than store bought. This recipe is very good and easy to follow. I make both the chunky and creamy versions. I also have made it with honey mixed in (yum!)