Peanut butter is delicious, high in protein, and full of fiber. It’s a versatile, affordable nut butter that can be added to just about everything – it has to be the greatest of all time spreads out there!
It’s basically just peanuts, often roasted, that are ground until they turn into a paste. As well as being an excellent plant-based source of protein, peanut butter contains high amounts of healthy fats and a range of different nutrients.
Natural peanut butters are the best, so be sure to check the ingredients list of the PB you’re buying. Look for a product that contains no additives other than a little salt. You could also try making your own at home!
It is worth noting that peanuts are high in calories and, while they contain good fats, too much can be a bad thing. So while peanut butter is healthy, everything in moderation is key.
Without any further ado, here’s ten healthy PB recipes that you will no doubt fall in love with:
No Bake Energy Balls
Ingredients:
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Banana & PB Fro-Yo
Ingredients:
- 2 medium ripe bananas (frozen)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ tablespoons natural peanut butter
Peanut Butter-Banana Cinnamon Toast
Ingredients:
- 1 slice whole-wheat bread
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 small banana
- Cinnamon to taste
Banana & PB Protein Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups white whole-wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup natural peanut butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup mashed banana (from 2 very ripe bananas)
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Peanut Butter Protein Overnight Oats
Ingredients:
- ½ cup soymilk or other plant-based milk
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon powdered peanut butter
- Salt
- ½ medium banana, sliced, or 1/2 cup berries
Peanut Butter Blueberry Banana Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe medium banana (frozen if you prefer)
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more to thin if necessary
Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt (if your peanut butter isn’t already salted)
- 2 1/2-3 cups crispy brown rice cereal (or rice krispies)
- 100g 85% dark chocolate bar, broken up into pieces
Peanut Butter Quinoa Granola Bars
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 large egg, room temperature, beaten
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup oat bran
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Healthy Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup all-natural peanut butter
- 2 ½ tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
