What’s Powdered Peanut Butter And How Should I Use It?

Every morning you try to make your smoothie or protein shake with as little fuss as possible. And while you love the taste and protein content that peanut butter provides, you can’t stand the sticky mess it leaves on your blender and spoon!

Luckily, there’s an alternative that will taste just as delicious and offer some of the same nutritional benefits you love: powdered peanut butter! But what is it, exactly, and is it healthy? Here’s a look at what it is and how to use it in your favorite recipes.

What is powdered peanut butter?

Powdered peanut butter is made from peanuts that have been pressed to remove most of the oil and fat. Since the oil and fat are gone, it has less than half the calories of regular peanut butter.

This can be a smart choice if you are trying to cut calories or reduce the amount of fat in your diet. For example, regular peanut butter has around 190 calories per two tablespoons, while the powdered version contains about 45 calories.

As for nutritional value, powdered peanut butter won’t give you as much protein as the traditional stuff: it has 6 grams of protein per two tablespoons, whereas regular peanut butter has 8 grams of protein per two tablespoons. Because the powdered version is lower in fat, you’re also not going to get the same healthy fat content, so that’s something to keep in mind. If you’re looking to add the peanut butter taste but don’t want to add many extra calories to your day, powdered peanut butter is a great option.

How to use powdered peanut butter?

The simplest way to use powdered peanut butter is to throw it in a blender for smoothies. Just mix it up with your liquid of choice (milk, juice, or coconut water), as it needs a liquid to be reconstituted.

Don’t just use it for smoothies, though! Here are a few other ways we love using powdered peanut butter…

• Mix the powdered peanut butter with a little water to top your toast, bagels, or rice cakes. Voila! You’ve got a rich, creamy, low-cal spread. Tip: Love a good chocolate & peanut butter combo? This spread is delish on top of chocolate graham crackers or chocolate rice cakes!
• In the mood for a decadent evening treat? Add a little extra water to your powdered peanut butter, and you’ve got the perfect peanut butter sauce for frozen yogurt, ice cream, or those high-protein ice creams.
• Stir some into plain greek yogurt for a little sweetness. This mixture is great alone or with apple slices for dipping.   
• Looking for something savory? We love adding powdered peanut butter (plus soy sauce, water, sesame oil, and garlic powder) to cauliflower rice or zoodles! 

Want even more ways to use powdered peanut butter? Try one of these recipes!

The Elvis smoothie

Blend a combination of banana, almond milk, and two tablespoons of powdered peanut butter. You’ll have a delicious, protein-packed treat to start your day.

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Nutty cocoa oatmeal

Mix powdered peanut butter into your usual morning oatmeal, and you can even add unsweetened cocoa for a fun way to start your day.

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Brunchy peanut pancakes

On weekends, when you have more time, whip up a batch of these light and healthy peanut butter pancakes. You can use traditional white flour or make them gluten-free if you like.

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Peanut butter energy balls

Looking for a quick burst of energy but don’t have time to sit down for a full meal? Try using powdered peanut butter with this recipe for delicious peanut butter balls. They’re like healthier granola bars—and just as convenient—without all the preservatives and added sugar.

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