Whip up your own tasty homemade peanut butter with just three ingredients!
Homemade Peanut Butter: A Simple, Nutty Delight
If you’ve ever wondered why shop-bought peanut butter can sometimes taste a bit, well, off—full of sugar or hidden ingredients—you’re in for a treat. Making peanut butter at home is not only incredibly easy but also wonderfully satisfying. Plus, it’s so much better for you when you know exactly what’s gone into it.
What You’ll Need
- 400g peanuts (you can use salted or unsalted, but we’ll add salt later to taste)
- Salt (just a pinch, or more depending on your preference)
- Optional: A couple of dates, if you prefer a touch of sweetness
The key to this recipe is roasting the peanuts. The roasting brings out that rich, nutty flavour that makes homemade peanut butter so irresistible.
This simple, three-ingredient peanut butter is a game changer. It’s a perfect snack on toast, stirred into porridge, or just eaten straight from the jar (I won’t judge). Making it at home is a quick and easy way to elevate something so basic, yet so delicious.
So, the next time you fancy a little indulgence, reach for your food processor instead of that jar from the supermarket. You’ll never look back.
Homemade Peanut Butter
Ingredients
- 200 g Peanuts
- Salt, to taste
Optional
- 3-4 Dates for sweetness
Instructions
Roast the Peanuts
- If you’re using raw peanuts, it’s a good idea to roast them first. Preheat your oven to 180°C and spread the peanuts evenly on a baking tray. Roast for about 20-25 minutes, giving them a gentle shake halfway through to ensure they’re evenly golden.
Cool the Peanuts
- Leave your peanuts to cool for a few minutes.
Blend Your Peanuts (and Dates, If Using)
- Now comes the fun bit. Add your peanuts to a food processor. If you’re using dates for sweetness, toss them in now, too. Simply pit the dates and chop them into smaller chunks to help the blending process along.
- Start blending and keep an eye on the texture. At first, the peanuts will turn into a crumbly, sandy mixture, but keep going, and you’ll see it begin to transform. After about 2-3 minutes, it will start to come together, and within 5-7 minutes, you should have a creamy peanut butter.
- For a bit of extra smoothness, you can stop the processor now and again to scrape down the sides, making sure everything’s getting properly mixed.
Add Salt to Taste
- Once your peanut butter is smooth and creamy, it’s time for the seasoning. Start with a small pinch of salt and blend again. Taste it and see if it needs a bit more. This step is totally up to you—some like their peanut butter lightly salted, while others prefer a bit of a salty punch.
Storage
- Your homemade peanut butter will keep in a jar for up to two weeks (though it’ll probably disappear well before then). I recommend using an airtight jar, which you can easily store in the cupboard, though in warmer weather, the fridge will keep it fresh for a bit longer.
Why Make Your Own Peanut Butter?
Besides the obvious it tastes incredible, making your own peanut butter is a great way to have full control over the flavour and texture. Want it a bit chunkier? Leave some peanuts unblended, or pulse it less. Prefer it extra smooth? Let the processor run a little longer. And let’s not forget how much cheaper it is, especially when you’re using ingredients you likely already have in your cupboard.
