Why spend money on store-bought peanut butter when you can make a fresh, creamy, and preservative-free version at home in just a few minutes? Homemade peanut butter is healthier, more affordable, and tastes much better than packaged varieties.
This easy recipe uses only three simple ingredients and contains no artificial preservatives or refined sugar. Whether you enjoy it on toast, with fruits, in smoothies, or as a healthy snack, this homemade peanut butter is a perfect addition to your kitchen.
Once you make it yourself, you’ll never want to buy it from the store again!
What Can You Make with Homemade Peanut Butter?
Try my Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie, a healthy dairy-free energy drink made with this fresh homemade peanut butter. It’s perfect for breakfast or a post-workout snack.
- 2 cups peanuts
- ½ teaspoon ghee
- 1½ teaspoons organic jaggery powder
Step 1: Roast the Peanuts
- Heat a pan over medium heat and add the peanuts.
- Roast them while stirring continuously until they become aromatic and lightly golden.
- Alternatively, you can roast them in a preheated oven.
- Allow the peanuts to cool slightly.
Step 2: Remove the Skins
- Rub the roasted peanuts between your palms or inside a clean kitchen towel to loosen the skins.
- Remove as much of the skin as possible.
Step 3: Grind the Peanuts
- Transfer the roasted peanuts to a mixer grinder or food processor.
- Grind until they become coarse.
- Continue grinding until the natural oils released from the peanuts turn the mixture into a creamy paste.
- You can stop earlier for crunchy peanut butter or continue grinding for a smooth texture.
Step 4: Add Flavor
- Add ½ teaspoon ghee, 1½ teaspoons organic jaggery powder..
- Grind again for another 1–2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Your homemade peanut butter is now ready.
- Store it in a clean airtight glass jar.
- It stays fresh for about 2 weeks when refrigerated.
- Roast peanuts evenly for the best flavor.
- Use good-quality peanuts.
- Add a pinch of salt for a classic peanut butter taste.
- Grind patiently to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Store only after it cools completely.
Homemade Peanut Butter
Equipment
- Heavy Bottom Pan
- Mixer grinder or food processor
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cup Peanuts
- 1/2 tsp Ghee
- 1 1/2 tsp Organic jaggery powder
Instructions
Step 1 - Roast the Peanuts
- Heat a heavy-bottom pan over medium heat.
- Add the peanuts and roast them, stirring continuously until they become aromatic and lightly golden. You can also roast them in a preheated oven.
- Allow the peanuts to cool slightly.
Step 2 - Remove the Peanut Skins
- Rub the roasted peanuts between your palms or inside a clean kitchen towel to loosen the skins.
- Remove most of the skins.
Step 3 - Grind the Peanuts
- Transfer the roasted peanuts to a mixer grinder or food processor.
- Grind until the peanuts become coarse.
- Continue grinding until the natural oils are released and the mixture turns into a smooth, creamy paste.
- For crunchy peanut butter, stop grinding slightly earlier.
Step 4 - Add Ghee and Jaggery
- Add Ghee and Jaggery
- Grind again for another 1–2 minutes until everything is well combined and smooth.
Step 5- Store
- Transfer the peanut butter to a clean, dry airtight glass jar.
- Allow it to cool completely before sealing the jar.
- Refrigerate and use within 2 weeks.
Notes
- Roast the peanuts evenly for the best flavor.
- Add a pinch of salt if you prefer classic salted peanut butter.
- Adjust the jaggery according to your taste.
- Store only after the peanut butter has cooled completely.
- Always use a clean, dry spoon while serving.
Yes. Peanuts naturally release enough oil while grinding.
Yes. Grind slightly less for a crunchy texture.
Yes. Honey or dates powder can also be used.
Yes. It contains no preservatives or artificial ingredients.
