Homemade Peanut Butter

Name: Homemade Peanut Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 500 g of unsalted peanuts; 1 tbsp of peanut oil; 1 tbsp of honey; 1 pinch of salt

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This peanut butter is made of roasted peanuts blended until pasty. 🥜 It's 100% natural and keeps in the refrigerator.

Total time: 25 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €3.00

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 4

jar

Estimated cost €3.00

3 ⅓ cups unsalted peanuts
1 tbsp peanut oiloptional
1 tbsp honeyoptional
1 pinch of saltoptional

Equipment

Spatula
Ovenor baking sheet
Blenderpowerful or food processor
Glass jarairtight

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
Spread the peanuts on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Roast them in the oven for about , stirring halfway through for even roasting. They should be golden and smell fragrant.

Let the peanuts cool slightly, then transfer them to a food processor or powerful blender.
Blend in pulses until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides from time to time.
If needed, add peanut oil little by little to get the texture you want.
Add the honey and salt to taste. Blend again until everything is well incorporated.
Transfer the peanut butter to an airtight glass jar.
Store in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life, up to 2 months.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

588kcal

Protein25 g16%
Carbs20 g13%
Fat50 g71%
Fiber8 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even creamier texture, you can add a small amount of coconut oil! 🥥✨ It will also bring a delicate, exotic flavor to your peanut butter.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Very good, up to 3 months in airtight containers. Thaw in the refrigerator.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps up to 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator in an airtight jar. Stir before use to blend it back together.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Ideal for making ahead. Store chilled in an airtight jar.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable, eaten at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Variations

Add a little more honey for a sweeter butter.
Keep a few crushed peanuts for a crunchy butter.
Replace the honey with maple syrup.

Mistakes to avoid

Roasting the peanuts in a pile: spread them in a single layer and stir halfway through.
Blending continuously: blend in pulses, scraping down the sides.
Blending scorching hot peanuts: let them cool slightly before transferring them to the food processor.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make homemade peanut butter?

Roast 500 g of unsalted peanuts for 10 minutes at 180°C, let them cool slightly, then blend in pulses until smooth and creamy. Add the honey and salt, and blend again.

What appliance should you use to blend peanut butter?

A food processor or a powerful blender works. Blend in pulses, scraping down the sides of the bowl to get a smooth, creamy consistency, then add the honey and salt.

Why roast the peanuts?

Roasting the peanuts in the oven for 10 minutes at 180°C, stirring halfway through, toasts them and develops their flavor before blending. Spread them in a single layer on the baking sheet.

Can you sweeten or salt the peanut butter to taste?

Yes: add the honey and salt to taste, then blend again until everything is well incorporated. The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of honey and a pinch of salt.