Vanilla Cinnamon Peanut Butter
The Vanilla Cinnamon Peanut Butter offers nutty sweetness with a warm touch. Perfect for delightful PB&J sandwiches, it pairs deliciously with sliced apples and adds fantastic flavor to various smoothie recipes!
Why I Make This Recipe
I enjoy crafting homemade peanut butter with various flavors like honey-roasted, chocolate, and Vanilla Cinnamon. This Vanilla Cinnamon Peanut Butter recipe is easy and allows for creative experimentation.
Tools For This Recipe
You don’t require a specialized nut butter machine; a simple food processor will do the job for this recipe.
Ingredients
This recipe uses natural, dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan ingredients. Plus, it costs just over $2 to make, although prices may vary based on your location and ingredient costs. Typically, a 16oz jar of regular-priced vanilla cinnamon peanut butter ranges from $4 to $8, depending on the brand.
- Peanuts ($0.47)
- Vanilla Extract ($1-2)
- Cinnamon ($0.85)
- Maple Syrup ($0.17)
- Kosher Salt (negligible cost)
How to Make This Recipe
This recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes.
Blend:
- In a food processor, blend peanuts until coarse.
Add Flavor:
- Add vanilla, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt.
Blend Until Smooth:
- Continue blending, pausing the machine, and scraping sides as needed with a rubber spatula. Continue to blend until you reach the desired consistency. The longer you blend the smoother the peanut butter will become.
- The peanuts will go through stages, from crumbs, eventually forming a ball, and finally, smooth peanut butter.) This entire process takes about 15-20 minutes in my food processor.
Store:
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.
FAQs (Ask The Dietitian)
What Flavors Mix with Peanut Butter
The versatile and rich profile of peanut butter pairs exceptionally well with many flavors. Consider these combinations:
- Chocolate
- Honey
- Fruit Jams and Jellies
- Maple Syrup
- Coconut
- Spicy Flavors like Sriracha or hot pepper jelly
- Nuts
- Salt
- Marshmallow Fluff
- Vanilla Ice Cream
- Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
- Other nut butter like almond butter
Experimenting with these combinations can lead to delightful culinary discoveries!
What Food Pairs Well with Peanut Butter
Savory and nutty notes make peanut butter a versatile companion in the culinary world. Here are some fantastic food pairings to elevate your peanut butter experience:
Dippers
- Apples
- Celery
- Pretzels
- Crackers
- Dried Fruit – like Watermelon Jerky
Drizzle
- Chocolate
- Oatmeal
- Healthy Smoothie Bowls – Like my Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
- Ice Cream
- Yogurt
- Pancakes or Waffles – Like my Mini Sweet Cream Pancakes or Croffles
- Cereal
Recipes
- Smoothies and Milkshakes – Like my Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie or Peanut Paradise Smoothie
- Noodles (savory)
- Stir Frys
- Chicken Satay
- Bread (with jam/jelly) PBJ!
- Cinnamon Swirl Toast
- Granola
- Energy Bites
- Cheesecakes
- Cupcakes
- Cookies and Brownies
- Peanut Butter Maple Syrup
Indulge in these pairings to discover the delightful harmony that peanut butter brings to a wide range of dishes.
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Equipment
- 1 Food Processor
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 set of measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups peanuts
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- salt to taste
Instructions
Blend
- In a food processor, blend peanuts until course.
Add Flavor
- Add vanilla, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt.
Blend Until Smooth
- Continue blending, pausing the machine, and scraping sides as needed with a rubber spatula. Continue to blend until you reach the desired consistency. The longer you blend the smoother the peanut butter will become.
- The peanuts will go through stages, from crumbs, eventually forming a ball, and finally, smooth peanut butter.) This entire process takes about 15-20 minutes in my food processor.
Store
- Transfer Peanut Butter to an airtight container and refrigerate.
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Nutrition
Hi, I'm Sarah Harper. I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who loves to cook, eat, and talk about food! Here at The Addy Bean, you'll discover an array of flexitarian recipes. My mission is to inspire and encourage others to eat and explore the world of plant-based foods!
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