This subtly sweet & spiced Cinnamon Peanut Butter transforms simple roasted peanuts into a spread that tastes like fall in a jar, with cinnamon, creamy honey, salt, and hints of vanilla.
I've made my own peanut butter recipes for years because refined-sugar-free options are near impossible to find in-store. I've discovered that sweetening with honey and toasting the peanuts will bring out the richest flavor. My healthy homemade peanut butter recipe is naturally sweet & so delicious!
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Recipe Difficulty: Beginner-friendly
- Cooking Method: Food processor or High-Speed Blender
- Main Ingredients: Peanuts, cinnamon, honey
- Dietary Info: Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian
- Serves: 14 (2 tablespoon servings)
- Calories: 190 per serving
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Easy, so creamy, and delicious.
- lauren
This homemade peanut butter brings cozy spice to your toast, apples, or smoothie bowl & is the best refined-sugar-free treat!
Every sweet treat I create is refined sugar-free and uses only natural sweeteners. Some of my favorites include the Easy Strawberry Apple Crumble, Salted Caramel Chocolate Date Balls, and Banana Snickers with Date Caramel!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: This quick peanut butter recipe takes 15 minutes, using 1 appliance & 5 ingredients!
- Sweet Without Refined Sugar: It's nearly impossible to find naturally sweet peanut butter without added refined sugars. I got you covered!
- No Additives or Preservatives: Pure diy peanut butter with no oils, preservatives, or mystery ingredients.
- Budget-Friendly: Costs less than half of store-bought specialty nut butters with clean ingredients.
- Can Use On Almost Anything: This healthy peanut butter is perfect on toast, in smoothies & smoothie bowls, on fruit, over oatmeal, or straight from the spoon!
Cinnamon Peanut Butter Key Ingredients
- Raw Peanuts: The base of every great peanut butter recipe. Use peanuts without added oils; their natural oils create a creamy texture when blended.
- Cinnamon: Cinnamon adds warmth and depth to the peanut butter.
- Pure Vanilla Extract: Always choose pure vanilla extract for the best taste.
- Raw Honey: Naturally sweetens this recipe.
Substitutions & Variations
- Peanut-Free: Swap peanuts for roasted almonds to make cinnamon almond butter, or use cashews for a creamier, milder spread.
- Vegan Peanut Butter: Use pure maple syrup or agave for a vegan option, or omit the honey for a completely sugar-free version.
- Add-Ins: Blend in cocoa powder and extra honey for a chocolate twist. Fold in chopped peanuts after blending for added crunch.
- Low-Sodium: Completely omit the salt. Keep in mind, you will no longer have that salted peanut butter taste.
How To Make Cinnamon Peanut Butter
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spread the peanuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool 2-3 minutes to prevent oils from separating.
- Step 2: Add the warm peanuts to a food processor or high-speed blender, and blend 2-3 minutes, scraping sides as needed, until smooth.
- Step 3: Add the cinnamon, vanilla extract, honey, & salt. Blend again until smooth & creamy. Adjust texture with extra peanuts or more honey if needed.
- Step 4: Transfer to an airtight jar, and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. Enjoy your homemade cinnamon peanut butter!
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Expert Tips
- Don't Skip the Toasting: Five minutes in the oven transforms bland peanuts into deeply nutty flavor bombs. This single step makes the difference between a good & delicious flavored peanut butter recipe.
- Scrape Often: Stop the food processor every minute to scrape down the sides. This ensures even blending and prevents the motor from overheating.
- Be Patient with Texture: The peanuts will go through distinct stages: chopped, flour-like, clumpy paste, then finally smooth. The entire process takes 8-10 minutes. Don't add liquid too early, or you'll prevent the natural oils from releasing.
- Adjust Sweetness Last: Taste the peanut butter first before adding extra honey & adjust according to your liking.
- Storage: Store this homemade peanut butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Natural nut butters separate over time. This is normal. Simply stir before using.
Pairing Ideas!
This healthy peanut butter recipe makes the ultimate topping & ingredient! I love it over my Chocolate Mousse Chia or Chocolate Chip Baked Oats, it's perfect for smoothie bowls with whipped honey, and takes my Cottage Cheese Pancakes to the next level!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, a high-speed blender works, but you'll need to stop more frequently to push the mixture down. A regular blender typically lacks the power for this quick peanut butter recipe.
The flavor of peanut butter is enhanced with salt, sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, and complementary flavors such as cinnamon, vanilla, or cocoa. Using high-quality dry-roasted peanuts makes your cinnamon peanut butter richer and more flavor-filled.
Keep blending. It takes 8-10 minutes of processing for the peanuts to release enough oil for a smooth texture. Grainy means you're almost there, just be patient.
This healthy homemade peanut butter recipe will separate, but don't worry, separation is natural with raw peanut butter recipe versions. Store upside down in the fridge, and stir well before each use.
Healthy peanut butter is simple to make at home by blending roasted or raw peanuts in a food processor until creamy, with optional additions like a pinch of salt or natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or dates.
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📖 Recipe
Cinnamon Peanut Butter
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Raw Peanuts
- 2 Teaspoons Cinnamon
- 1 Teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 Tablespoon Raw Honey
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spread the raw peanuts on a baking sheet and toast 5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool 2-3 minutes to prevent oils from separating.
- Add the warm peanuts to a food processor or high-speed blender and blend 2-3 minutes, scraping sides as needed, until smooth.
- Add the cinnamon, vanilla extract, honey, & salt. Blend again until creamy and adjust the texture with extra peanuts or more honey if needed!
- Transfer to an airtight jar, and let it cool to room temperature, refrigerate, & enjoy!
Notes
- Don't Skip the Toasting: Five minutes in the oven transforms bland peanuts into deeply nutty flavor bombs.
- Scrape Often: Stop the food processor every minute to scrape down the sides. This ensures even blending and prevents the motor from overheating.
- Be Patient with Texture: The peanut butter will go through distinct stages: chopped, flour-like, clumpy paste, then finally smooth. The entire process takes 8-10 minutes. Don't add liquid too early, or you'll prevent the natural oils from releasing.
- Adjust Sweetness Last: Taste the peanut butter first before adding all the honey & adjust to your liking.
- Storage: Store this homemade peanut butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
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Lauren says
Easy, so creamy, and delicious.
Emmy Clinton says
Thanks, Lauren!!