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Homemade Spicy Peanut Butter
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Homemade Spicy
Peanut Butter
: Creamy Chilli Peanut Spread

20 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
5
Ingredients
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Homemade Spicy Peanut Butter gives everyday breakfasts a bold twist with roasted peanuts, a gentle chilli warmth, and a creamy texture that spreads easily over toast or crackers. Peanut-based spreads became popular in American kitchens during the early 20th century because they were affordable, filling, and easy to store. This version brings together sweet, salty, and spicy notes without using preservatives or stabilisers found in packaged jars. Freshly blended peanut spreads work especially well during cooler months when hearty breakfasts feel comforting, though this recipe also makes a quick summer snack with fruit slices or chilled smoothies. The roasted peanuts develop a deeper aroma in the oven, while brown sugar balances the cayenne without overpowering the nutty base. The result is a spread that tastes richer than most store-bought versions. Many home cooks prefer making their own jars because the texture can be adjusted easily. Blend longer for a silky finish or keep it slightly coarse for extra crunch. This peanut butter recipe also works beyond breakfast. Stir a spoonful into noodles, drizzle it over pancakes, or use it as a dip for apple wedges and celery sticks.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
2 cupsRaw shelled peanuts
1/8 teaspoonCayenne pepper
2 tablespoonsPeanut oil
2 tablespoonsBrown sugar
1/2 teaspoonSalt

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Description - Step 1

Step 1: Roast Peanuts

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the raw peanuts evenly on a baking tray so they roast uniformly without steaming. Place the tray in the oven and roast the peanuts for about 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. They should smell nutty and turn lightly golden without becoming dark brown. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes before blending.

 

Step 1
Step 1: Roast Peanuts
10 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Pulse Ingredients
2 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Blend Until Creamy
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Store And Serve
3 Minutes

FAQs

When stored in an airtight jar inside the refrigerator, the spread usually stays fresh for around two weeks. Stir before using if the natural oils separate slightly.