Peanut Butter
Creamy homemade peanut butter made from roasted peanuts and a pinch of salt.
This simple peanut butter is made by blending roasted peanuts with salt (and optional oil) until smooth.

Prep Time
Cook Time
Total Time
Servings
Ingredients
- Peanuts - 300 g
- Peanut Oil - 1 tbsp
- Salt - 1 tsp
Directions
Step 1
(Optional) Preheat oven to 180 °C and roast peanuts 10–12 minutes until golden; let cool.
Step 2
Place peanuts and salt in a food processor.
Step 3
Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Step 4
If the mixture is too thick, add oil 1 tbsp at a time until desired consistency.
Step 5
Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
Equipment used in this recipe
- View on Amazon
Chef's knife
- View on Amazon
Cutting board
- View on Amazon
Non-stick skillet
This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Tool guides
- See recommended tool
Blender
- See recommended tool
Air fryer
This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Cook's Notes
Stir before each use; for a crunchy version, reserve some roasted peanuts, chop them, and fold in at the end.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Comments
Related Recipes
Keto Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon Butter Sauce
A delicious salmon fillet served with sautéed asparagus and a tangy lemon butter sauce, perfect for a low-carb lunch.
25 min

Almond Butter
Rich and creamy homemade almond butter made from roasted almonds and a pinch of salt.
5 min
Grilled Steak with Garlic Butter
Grilled Steak with Garlic Butter is a hearty homemade recipe with clear steps, balanced texture, and rich flavor. It works well for family meals, weekend cooking, or a reliable weeknight dinner.
25 min
Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet
A quick and flavorful shrimp dish cooked in a garlic butter sauce, perfect for dinner. It works well as an easy dinner, family meal, or simple homemade lunch.
25 min
Related Posts

Peanuts: Protein-Packed Legume with Healthy Fats
Peanuts are technically legumes, rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, niacin, magnesium, and resveratrol-like antioxidants. Explore Peanuts nutrition facts, calories, health benefits, side effects, and the best ways to use Peanuts in recipes.

Peanut Oil: Nutrition, Calories, Benefits & Uses
Discover Peanut Oil nutrition facts, calories, health benefits, possible side effects and the best ways to use Peanut Oil in recipes.
Butter Beans (Lima): 115 kcal, 8 g Protein & 7 g Fiber per 100 g Cooked
This guide to Butter Beans (Lima): 115 kcal, 8 g Protein & 7 g Fiber per 100 g Cooked explains nutrition facts, calories, key nutrients, health benefits, possible side effects, storage, and everyday cooking uses. Large, creamy legumes that live up to their name—soft, buttery texture, high potassium and plant protein for stews, salads and dairy-free purées. Use it to compare portions, choose better brands or fresh ingredients, and build balanced meals while checking sodium, sugar, gluten, allergies, and food-safety details when they matter.

Dandelion Greens: Bitter, Nutrient-Dense Spring Greens
Dandelion greens are bitter, mineral-rich leafy greens packed with vitamin K, A, C, and calcium—great raw, blanched, or sautéed. Explore Dandelion Greens nutrition facts, calories, health benefits, side effects, and the best ways to use Dandelion Greens in recipes.

Peanut Butter: Creamy Plant Protein, Healthy Fats & Micronutrient-Dense Spread
This guide to Peanut Butter: Creamy Plant Protein, Healthy Fats & Micronutrient-Dense Spread explains nutrition facts, calories, key nutrients, health benefits, possible side effects, storage, substitutions, and everyday cooking uses. Two tablespoons provide ~7–8 g protein, satiating monounsaturated fats, magnesium, vitamin E & niacin—choose natural varieties and watch portions due to energy density & potential added sugars. Use it to compare portions, choose better brands or fresh ingredients, and build balanced meals while checking fat, sodium, sugar, gluten, allergens, freshness, and food-safety details when they matter.

Almond Butter: Nutrition Facts, Benefits, Calories, and Uses
Almond butter is rich in healthy fats, vitamin E, and plant-based protein, promoting heart health and sustained energy. Explore nutrition facts, benefits, calories, and practical ways to use it in your diet.

Butter: Rich Dairy Fat Loaded with Vitamin A & Flavor
This guide to Butter: Rich Dairy Fat Loaded with Vitamin A & Flavor explains nutrition facts, calories, key nutrients, health benefits, possible side effects, storage, substitutions, and everyday cooking uses. Just 1 Tbsp adds silky mouthfeel, 11 g fat (7 g saturated) and 11 % of your daily vitamin A—but portion control is key. Use it to compare portions, choose better brands or fresh ingredients, and build balanced meals while checking fat, sodium, sugar, gluten, allergens, freshness, and food-safety details when they matter.

Nut-Free Baking 101: Step-by-Step Guide & Tips
A practical Nut-Free Baking 101 guide with step-by-step tips, safety notes, common mistakes and simple ideas for everyday cooking.

Croissants: Nutrition Facts, Benefits, Calories, and Uses
Croissants are flaky pastries made with layered dough and butter, high in carbs and fats, best enjoyed in moderation. Explore nutrition facts, benefits, calories, and practical ways to use it in your diet.

Banana‑Oat Protein Smoothie: 5‑Minute Fuel for Muscle Gain
This banana oat protein smoothie is a quick pre-workout or post-workout shake for muscle gain, recovery, and steady energy. It combines oats, banana, milk, peanut butter, and chia for a 3:1 carb-to-protein ratio with about 22 g protein per serving. Learn when to drink it, how to adjust calories, and which swaps work for lactose intolerance or peanut allergy.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition values are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual values may vary depending on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods.

