Quick and Delicious Homemade Peanut Butter

Are you ready to create your own creamy, flavorful peanut butter at home?

Homemade Peanut Butter is not only easy and fun to make, but it also lets you control the ingredients, ensuring a fresh and wholesome spread every time. With just a few ingredients and a blender, you can craft a deliciously nutty treat that's perfect for spreading on toast, dipping with apples, or adding to smoothies. 

When you make peanut butter at home, you have a hold on its freshness, customizable ingredients, and absence of preservatives, offering a healthier and tastier option. While store-bought peanut butter contains preservatives and long packaging dates. 

Say goodbye to store-bought jars and experience the satisfaction of homemade goodness with this easiest recipe!

Preparation time:10 minutes  

Total time: 25 minutes  

Ingredients:

2 cups of roasted, unsalted peanuts

A pinch of salt and a few drops of raw, unpasteurized honey (adjust to taste)

Method:

1. Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
2. Add the peanuts to the dry skillet in a single layer.
3. Stir the peanuts frequently to ensure even roasting.
4. Roast for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and fragrant.
5. Remove the peanuts from the heat and let them cool slightly.
6. Transfer the roasted peanuts to a food processor or a high-powered blender.
7. Process the peanuts until they form a thick paste, scraping down the sides as needed. This will take about 5-10 minutes.
8. If you prefer smoother peanut butter, continue processing until you reach your desired consistency. For chunky peanut butter, leave some larger pieces of peanuts intact.
9. Add a pinch of salt, honey, and blend for another minute to combine.
10. Transfer the peanut butter to a clean, airtight jar, and store it in the refrigerator. It will thicken slightly as it cools.

Tips 

- You can experiment with different variations by adding ingredients like cacoa powder, cinnamon, or vanilla extract for flavoured peanut butter.

- Ensure the peanuts are completely cool before processing to avoid ending up with a runny consistency.

Nutritional Info per Serving:(1 tbsp )

- Total Calories: 95 kcal 

- Total Carbohydrates:4g

- Total Protein: 3.5g

- Total Fat: 7.5g

Notes

Peanut butter is an excellent source of protein and healthy fats, making it an ideal choice for athletes and active individuals post-workout. It helps in muscle recovery and growth by providing essential amino acids.

Additionally, the carbohydrates in peanut butter aid in replenishing glycogen stores, which are depleted during exercise, helping to refuel the body's energy levels. 

Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item or beauty product into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical health condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.