Homemade Peanut Butter Recipe
Learn how to easily make delicious, creamy, healthy, and sugar-free homemade peanut butter right at home with this quick DIY recipe. Made from just peanuts, it’s naturally oil-free, cost-effective, and completely customizable to your tastes—perfect every time!
Making homemade spreads, pastes, and butter is my new favorite hobby. It’s much easier than you’d think, and usually, you only need one ingredient.
Why You’ll Love Homemade Peanut Butter
- All Natural: No preservatives, additives, or artificial ingredients.
- Healthy and Sugar-Free: Control your ingredients for a healthier, sugar-free peanut butter.
- Easy and Quick: Minimal ingredients, and it’s ready in under 20 minutes.
- Customizable: Adjust salt, sweetness, and flavors to your liking.
- Cost-Effective: Cheaper than store-bought peanut butter, especially when made in bulk.
- Fresh and Delicious: Nothing beats the taste of freshly roasted peanuts.
- No Added Oils: Natural oils from peanuts create a creamy texture.
How to Make Homemade Peanut Butter
Watch the full video recipe to learn how to make the best natural peanut butter.
Prefer the written recipe? Scroll down to the recipe box 👇
Homemade Peanut Butter vs Store-Bought
When comparing homemade peanut butter to store-bought:
- Ingredients: Homemade peanut butter contains just peanuts and optionally salt, while store-bought often includes sugars, hydrogenated oils, and preservatives.
- Health Factor: DIY peanut butter is healthier—it’s sugar-free, oil-free, and free of artificial additives.
- Taste and Freshness: Homemade peanut butter has a fresher taste, thanks to freshly roasted peanuts.
- Texture Control: You can control the creaminess or chunkiness in your homemade peanut butter.
Variations
Explore various homemade peanut butter variations by adding:
- Salt: Enhances natural peanut flavor.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds subtle sweetness and aroma.
- Sweeteners: Honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup for sweetness.
- Cinnamon: Adds warmth and depth.
- Chocolate: Cocoa powder or melted dark chocolate for a decadent treat.
- Spices: A pinch of cayenne or nutmeg for a spicy kick.
- Seeds and Nuts: Chia seeds, flaxseeds, or almonds for added texture and nutrients.
Recipes Using Peanut Butter
Why My Peanut Butter Isn’t Creamy?
If your peanut butter isn’t creamy, here are some tips:
- Blend Longer: It usually takes 5-15 minutes to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Scrape the Sides: Regularly stop and scrape down the sides of your food processor or bllender.
- Quality Equipment: Use a powerful food processor or high-speed blender.
- Roast Properly: Properly roasted peanuts blend easier and yield creamier results.
How to Store Homemade Peanut Butter
Store your homemade peanut butter in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator. It will keep fresh for 3-4 weeks. Stir before using, as natural separation may occur.
More Homemade Pastes and Butter Recipes
Homemade Peanut Butter Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups (450 g) Peanuts raw
Optional:
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
- Sweetener read notes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
- Spread peanut in a single layer on a baking try and roast for 10-12 minutes.
- Wrap the peanuts in a kitchen towel and rub vigorously to remove the skin. Let cool completely.
- Place the peanuts into the blender or to a large food processor, add salt (optional) and blend until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides as necessary.
- At the beginning it seems like it’s not blending well, but you have to be patient. First it will be crumbly, then it will form a paste, then it will be smooth and creamy. All the process takes about 5-15 minutes (depending on your blender/food processor).
- Transfer the peanut butter to an airtight container or to a mason jar and store in the refrigerator.
Video
Notes
- Use Raw Peanuts – For best results, start with raw peanuts and roast them yourself for optimal flavor and texture.
- Storage – Store homemade peanut butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.Â
- Texture Control – Blend longer, scraping down the sides regularly, for a smoother consistency.
- Flavor Variations – Customize your peanut butter by adding salt, honey, vanilla extract, or spices according to your taste preferences.
- Natural Separation – Separation of natural oils is normal. Stir peanut butter before each use.
- For Better Understanding – I recommend watching the video recipe to clearly see each step and the ideal texture.
- Check the FAQs – For questions about ingredient substitutions, storage, or troubleshooting tips, see the FAQs section located below the recipe card.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions
No, natural oils from peanuts create a creamy texture without added oil.
Stored properly in the refrigerator, it lasts up to 4 weeks.
Yes, honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup work well.
es, it’s sugar-free, oil-free, and made without preservatives.
