Guys, I made homemade Haitian Peanut Butter! I made this all by myself, in my kitchen, with no one’s help. Just me and my food processor and my peanuts making
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If you’re thinking what’s all the excitement for, it’s just peanut butter? Well, my friends, the answer is simple. I usually have to
I bet most of you have never had spicy peanut butter before. Don’t worry, until I came to the States, I didn’t realize our peanut butter was actually spicy until I had the American version. I was so used to the taste, I never noticed the extra little kick it has.
Not all Haitian peanut butter is prepared with spicy pepper. It’s based on the region and also at the discretion of the person who is preparing it.
We eat a lot of peanut butter in our home. So I decided to make my own, Haitian-style! It is so much cheaper to prepare your own nut butter, and you know exactly what’s in it.
I enjoy banana with peanut butter or apples and peanut butter. So, if having a banana with peanut butter is your thing then you need to try this spicy nut butter version. It is made with cayenne pepper, peanut oil, unsalted peanuts, and honey. Then all of the ingredients are well combined in the food processor to a creamy texture.
I challenge you to make this nut butter one time- I guarantee you will be hooked on making your own peanut butter 🙂 .
What ingredients are needed to make Healthier Haitian Peanut Butter?
You’ll need unsalted peanuts, peanut oil, cayenne pepper, kosher salt and honey. That’s it!
How to make traditional Haitian peanut butter?
Traditionally, Haitian peanut butter is made with of course raw peanuts. Then it’s roasted with olive or vegetable oil. Then transferred into a special grinder which grinds it into a smooth texture. Scotch bonnet peppers, a dash of salt, and brown sugar are usually added.
I have modified the traditional version to create this recipe. As stated, cayenne pepper and honey are added as opposed to Scotch bonnet peppers and brown sugar.
This creamy jar of goodness is slightly roasted on the stove until charred. I then transfer it to a food processor and blend it to a creamy texture. It is barely sweet and has a slight kick of heat to provide a magical, sensational taste that makes you want to continue to dip in over and over again. You know the kinds you enjoy with a spoon on a late-night while watching your favorite tv show? That’s the type of sensation I am talking about 🙂
Another way to enjoy this peanut butter is to include it in your breakfast-just add this nut butter on toasted bread and accompany it with my watermelon cucumber juice for a simple, healthy, easy breakfast meal.
I like the fact that this peanut butter is real and it’s made with real ingredients. It takes less than 10 minutes to make. It is different because of the added heat it has. It’s comforting, and not to mention extremely enjoyable. No refined sugar is added.
This homemade Haitian peanut butter is tremendously better than anything I could have expected. I have made and tested this recipe over and over again to make sure it is as satisfying as I first prepared it.
It has a very subtle taste. Definitely not overpowering. And IT IS SOOOOO EASY TO MAKE. It is probably the easiest recipes I have on this site, next to my watermelon blueberry salad.
You absolutely DO NEED to give this a try and I can’t wait to hear of your experience. Please be sure to tag me on Instagram or Facebook so I can see your creation 🙂 and please give it a star rating below!
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Here’s how to make this Healthier Haitian Peanut Butter Recipe:
Haitian Peanut Butter Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted peanuts
- 2 tablespoon peanut oil
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Add the oil in a large skillet. Roast the peanuts for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Stir occasionally.
- Transfer the peanuts to the food processor with the leftover oil. Then add the cayenne pepper, honey, kosher.
- Blend to a creamy texture.
- Transfer to an airtight jar and enjoy!
Notes
Frequently asked questions to make Haitian Peanut Butter:
- How long does Haitian homemade peanut butter last? Usually, my peanut butter lasts about 3 months. However, I personally would not exceed 6 months.
- Can you use the Haitian peanut butter in cookies? Absolutely, be mindful it may give the dough a slight kick from the heat.
- Which oil is best to use to make homemade Haitian peanut butter? In Haiti, peanut butter is made with either olive oil or vegetable oil. However, for this recipe, I modified the recipe and used 100 percent peanut oil.
- How long should I roast the peanuts? I roast the peanut for about 2 minutes. The longer you roast the peanuts, the darker the ending result will be as well as the stronger the taste of the peanuts will come through.
Jenni LeBaron
Wow! What a flavor-packed peanut butter! I love the spicy kick in this and the honey really balances everything out. Can’t wait to try this!
Mirlene
Thanks, Jenni!
Elaine
I’ve never heard of this but it sure sounds tasty. Can’t wait to try it.
Erin
I’d never heard of Haitian peanut butter! Spicy peanut butter sounds SO good. I have to try this!
Jere Cassidy
Love reading how to make peanut butter and yours looks so good, especially with the added pepper.
Mirlene
Thanks, Jere!
jennifer
this sounds amazing with the cayenne and I love that you’re drinking with with Watermelon Cucumber water
Cathleen @ a taste of madness
This has a lot more ingredients than my regular peanut butter but sounds so much better!!!
Jean
Oh my goodness, the combinations of flavors and spices sounds amazing! Definitely will have to try this one.
Jacqueline Debono
I love the idea of peanut butter with a bit of a kick. Plus, it looks amazing! Can’t wait to make my own!
Erika
I love that you made this healthier. I’m a huge fan of spicy and this peanut butter looks amazing!
Mirlene
Thanks, Erika!
ChihYu
Savory and full of flavor layers! Great for enjoying in a sandwich or recipes that call for peanut butter!
paleoglutenfreeguy
Yes! If you’re going to make your own nut butter why not make it more interesting? This is so inspiring!
Mirlene
Right! that’s what I like the best about Haitian Peanut Butter. You can make it as spicy as you’d like.
Kelly
Oooo, love the kick of spice in here. Takes it up a (totally delicious) notch!
Lesli Schwartz
Love the little kick of spice in this peanut butter! I bet it’s so good!
heather
Wait, SPICY peanut butter? That’s genius! My son in love eats hot peppers as as snack. I am sure he will LOVE this!!
Mirlene
ahahah My kids love it too.
Dee
I’m so with you when it comes to all the excitement ! PB is one of life’s best things! Thank you for the quote! really got me thinking..and yes I’m going to use it, and this recipe!
Mirlene
Awesome! I am so glad to hear that. Thanks, Dee!
Kelly Anthony
I’ve heard of spicy peanut butter but never tried it. I love spicy so I’m sure I will love this haitian peanut butter recipe.
Mirlene
Thanks, Kelly. It’s really amazing and different, but yet subtle.
Amanda
Oh, I love the idea of adding some spicy pepper to peanut butter! It sounds so delicious. I can’t wait to give this a try!
Mirlene
Thank you, Amanda!
Stine Mari
This sounds like just my thing! The more I read through your recipe, the more I wanted to make it asap. Yum!!
Mirlene
Thank you, Mari!
Raia
Ooooh! I bet that little kick from the cayenne is great! Such a fun idea – thanks!
Mirlene
It is! You’re welcome!
Megan Stevens
Mind blown! LOVE this idea. I have never heard of beautiful Haitian Peanut Butter before, but I love the idea. I like that the peanuts are roasted, too, so much flavor! Such big yums to this!!! (By the way, ice cream flavor with this?!!!)
Mirlene
I bet this would be GREAT with ice cream…Great Idea, Megan!! Now you have my mind wondering 🙂