Easy Homemade Peanut Butter (Better Than Store-Bought)

If you have never made homemade peanut butter before, this recipe will completely change your mind about the store bought kind. It is rich, creamy, and just sweet enough with a touch of honey. You only need a few simple ingredients and a good food processor to make it, and the result is a fresh, natural peanut butter that tastes so much better than anything from a jar.

In the video, the peanuts are roasted just a little longer before blending, which adds a warm, nutty flavor. The small amount of honey gives it natural sweetness, and a bit of coconut oil helps the texture turn out silky and smooth. Once you make it yourself, you will never want to go back to store bought again. It tastes better, costs less, and you know exactly what is in it.

Cost Savings

One of the biggest advantages of making it at home is the cost. A 16-ounce jar of natural peanut butter usually costs around 5 to 6 dollars, while this homemade version comes out to about 2 to 3 dollars depending on the cost of peanuts. You get a cleaner ingredient list, fresher flavor, and a texture you can adjust to your liking.

Tips

• For a crunchy version, pulse in some chopped peanuts at the end.
• You can also experiment with flavors like cinnamon, vanilla, or cocoa powder.
• If you prefer a thicker peanut butter, use less coconut oil or blend it for a shorter time.

👉 I use my favorite food processor for this recipe. It handles nuts easily and makes the creamiest peanut butter in minutes.

Easy Homemade Peanut Butter (Better Than Store-Bought)

This easy homemade peanut butter is smooth, creamy, and naturally sweetened with a touch of honey. It’s healthier, more flavorful, and takes just minutes to make in your food processor.

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Course: Basics

Ingredients Equipment Method Video

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups roasted salted peanuts
• 3 teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil optional for smoother texture

Equipment

• 1 Food Processor

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and spread the peanuts on a baking sheet. Roast for 10 minutes to deepen the flavor, then let them cool slightly.
2. Add the roasted peanuts to a food processor with 2 teaspoons of honey. Blend on high, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed.
3. When the mixture looks crumbly, add the coconut oil and remaining teaspoon of honey. Continue blending until smooth and creamy. This may take a few minutes depending on your food processor.
4. Taste and adjust the sweetness or salt to your preference. If using unsalted peanuts, add ½ teaspoon of salt to balance the flavor.
5. Transfer the peanut butter to a jar with a lid and store it in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.

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