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    How to Make Peanut Butter (Step-by-step Tutorial)

    Published: Mar 19, 2020 · Modified: Mar 25, 2022 by Voula with 7 Comments

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    This healthy, homemade peanut butter is refined sugar free and SO EASY TO MAKE! All you need is 4 simple ingredients and about 15 minutes! Learn how to make homemade peanut butter step-by-step in this simple tutorial!

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    I love making my own homemade goodies, like my easy chocolate syrup (without corn syrup) and my easy, healthy 2 ingredient watermelon slushie! I believe that making things from scratch tastes so much better than store-bought!

    This homemade peanut butter is absolutely DELICIOUS!

    Learning how to make peanut butter step-by-step at home is so easy. In fact, you'll probably be making it all the time once you see just how simple it is!

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    • Why this recipe works
    • WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE
    • HOW TO MAKE PEANUT BUTTER STEP-BY-STEP
    • VARIATIONS
    • How to make creamy peanut butter
    • How to make chunky peanut butter
    • TIPS FOR SUCCESS
    • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
    • MORE PEANUT BUTTER RECIPES
    • Recipe

    Why this recipe works

    First of all, what I really love about this all-natural peanut butter is that I can control how sweet, creamy, or chunky I want it to be. Also, compared to store-bought, the flavor is unbeatable. Roasting the peanuts before processing them creates an intense flavor and aroma that you can't get from store-bought. And, most importantly, there are no strange ingredients or preservatives – you know exactly what’s in it!

    WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

    ingredients for homemade peanut butter
    Just a handful of ingredients for this recipe!

    HOW TO MAKE PEANUT BUTTER STEP-BY-STEP

    It only takes 4 simple steps to make your own peanut butter at home!

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    Homemade peanut butter in 4 steps!

    STEP 1

    Spread a layer of raw peanuts on a baking tray.

    STEP 2

    Roast the peanuts in the oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until they're a light golden brown.

    STEP 3

    Put the warm peanuts in a food processor and pulse for a few seconds to break them down. It'll be a bit crumbly at first, then a thick wet paste will form.

    STEP 4

    Add the oil and continue processing until it's smooth. You can add some more oil, if needed. If necessary, scrape the sides of the bowl. Then add some salt and your sweetener of choice, if using, and process on high speed for 1-2 minutes more.

    Then transfer the peanut butter to a sterilized jar.

    VARIATIONS

    How to make creamy peanut butter

    If your mixture isn’t creamy enough, just add a teaspoon of oil and start the processor again. Continue adding oil, a teaspoon at a time, until you get the consistency you like. Be careful, though, if you add too much oil, you could make the peanut butter too thin.

    How to make chunky peanut butter

    Take about 50 of the roasted peanuts and coarsely chop them. You don’t want to crush them completely, though. Set them aside. Process the remaining nuts (adding oil if needed) until the mixture reaches the consistency you like. Then add the coarsely chopped peanuts and mix until well combined.

    TIPS FOR SUCCESS

    • Make sure the nuts are evenly spread out on the tray and they're not overlapping.
    • Adding the vegetable oil (or peanut oil) will help make the peanut butter spreadable and prevent it from becoming too tough.
    • Adding honey or maple syrup is totally optional, but each adds a unique flavor.
    • This recipe turns out great with a high-powered food processor, but it should also work with a blender, depending on how powerful it is, however, you may need to blend it longer. Generally speaking, the higher the wattage, the more powerful the blender, which will affect how smooth the peanut butter will be.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    How do you moisten dry peanut butter?

    If your peanut butter is still crumbly and dry, just add a bit more oil and give it a good stir.

    Is homemade peanut butter healthy?

    Yes! There are no additives or preservatives in this recipe, making it a lot healthier than store-bought.

    Can homemade peanut butter be stored at room temperature?

    This peanut butter will last longer if it's refrigerated. I've never stored it at room temperature, so I'm not sure how different environments or climates would affect it.

    How long does homemade peanut butter last?

    This peanut butter will last for up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator, as long as it's in a clean, sterilized jar.

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    Enjoy!

    ~Voula ?

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    Let me know how this homemade peanut butter turned out for you in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you!

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    HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE PEANUT BUTTER (Step-by-step Tutorial)

    This healthy, homemade peanut butter is refined sugar free and SO EASY TO MAKE! All you need is 4 simple ingredients and about 15 minutes! Learn how to make homemade peanut butter step-by-step in this simple tutorial!
    Course Dessert, Snack, spread
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 12 minutes minutes
    Total Time 22 minutes minutes
    Servings 1 cup, approximately
    Author Voula

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups (250 g / 8.8 oz) raw, unsalted, shelled peanuts
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or peanut oil (+ 1-2 tablespoons extra)
    • maple syrup/honey to taste (optional)
    • salt to taste (optional)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
    • Spread a layer of peanuts on a baking tray and roast them for about 10-12 miunutes, or until they are golden brown.
    • Add the warm peanuts to a food processor. Pulse for about 3 seconds to break down the peanuts. Process the peanuts until the mixture reaches the consistency you like. First it will become crumbly, then a thick wet paste will form.
    • Add the oil and continue processing until smooth and shiny, adding more oil if necessary.
    • Add the sweetener and salt to taste and process on high speed for 1-2 more minutes.
    • Transfer the peanut butter to a clean, sterilized jar.
    • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Picture Tutorial & Tips: I have a detailed picture tutorial in my post to help you out with each step of the recipe as well as lots of tips to ensure success.
    • This recipe turns out great with a high-powered food processor, but it should also work with a blender, depending on how powerful it is, however, you may need to blend it longer. Generally speaking, the higher the wattage, the more powerful the blender, which will affect how smooth the peanut butter will be.
    Baking Measurements: I have used weight measurements for all the recipes on this website. Even though I have also included American volume measurements for convenience, I highly recommend using a digital kitchen scale to weigh all ingredients for the most accurate measurements. Digital kitchen scales are more precise than cups, which is so important in baking, and they give the most accurate, consistent results. Happy baking!
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    Comments

    1. Tom

      November 08, 2021 at 4:41 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is THE BEST I’ve ever tried! Thanks for sharing!!!

      Reply
      • Voula

        November 08, 2021 at 6:34 pm

        Thanks, Tom! I'm so glad you liked it!

        Reply
      • Lyndsey Hands

        February 17, 2022 at 12:02 pm

        5 stars
        I have just made this...oh my gosh it's yummy, I am 70 in few weeks, have never made it before, Def will again ...thanks heaps for recipe x

        Reply
        • Voula

          February 17, 2022 at 8:38 pm

          Thank you! So happy you liked it! It's been a favorite in our house for many years!

          Reply
    2. Helen

      November 11, 2021 at 5:41 am

      5 stars
      I was spending quite a lot on buying high quality natural peanut butter, so I thought I'd give this a try. Perfect, and I love the extra step of baking the peanuts. It's quick but really makes a difference to the final taste. Love all your tips, too (I prefer chunky lol!). How about a post on almond butter now, Voula? 😉

      Reply
      • Voula

        November 11, 2021 at 7:35 am

        Thanks so much, Helen! Almond butter is definitely on my list!

        Reply

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