Homemade Peanut Butter

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Rakovine Apao (@thatpetitefoodie)

A simple recipe to make creamy and delicious peanut butter at home using roasted peanuts.

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
7min
Total Time
17min
Homemade Peanut Butter recipe

Ingredients

10 Servings
(1 serving = 1 tbsp)

Main Ingredient

  • 200g
    peanuts

How to make Homemade Peanut Butter

Roasting the Peanuts

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C.

  2. Place the peanuts in the air fryer and roast for 7 minutes.

Preparing the Peanut Butter

  1. Remove the skins from the roasted peanuts.

  2. Grind the peanuts in a food processor, scraping down the sides as needed, until smooth. This may take about 10 times of scraping.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

116.0kcal (5.8%)

Protein

5.0g (10%)

Carbs

2.4g (0.87%)

Sugars

0.4g (0.8%)

Healthy Fat

8.4g

Unhealthy Fat

1.4g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Do not add water or any liquid while grinding. The roasted peanuts will release their own oils to achieve the desired consistency.

FAQS

  1. Can I use raw peanuts instead of roasted?

    It is recommended to use roasted peanuts for a richer flavor and smoother texture.

  2. How long can I store homemade peanut butter?

    Homemade peanut butter can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

  3. Can I add flavors to my peanut butter?

    Yes, you can add honey, salt, or cocoa powder to enhance the flavor of your peanut butter.

  4. Is this recipe suitable for people with nut allergies?

    No, this recipe contains peanuts, which are a type of nut and should be avoided by those with nut allergies.

  5. Can I make this recipe vegan?

    Yes, this recipe is naturally vegan as it only contains peanuts.

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