5-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter

This homemade 5-ingredient dark chocolate peanut butter goes way beyond being just a healthy energy boost snack.  It’s sugar-free, low carb, and high in protein and fat. Scoop up a generous glob with a slice of apple.  No guilt!

I don’t think there’s any family that loves peanut butter as much as we do. We only eat the real peanut butter. All-natural and no sugar added.  We smear peanut butter on our muffins for breakfast.  Our 4-year-old son, Leo, dips his carrots, broccoli and raw zucchini in peanut butter for lunch.  I also serve homemade summer-rolls with spicy peanut butter sauce.

So, now you know how crazy my family is about peanut butter.  Leo suggested that I make chocolate peanut butter while chewing down a muffin one morning.  “Is that a good idea?” he asked. Of course! When peanut butter meets dark chocolate, it’s heaven on earth.

I know you can probably buy a jar of chocolate peanut butter in grocery store.  However, this all-natural and no-sugar-added version is not only healthier but it tastes better too.

It’s so simple to make with only 5 ingredients.

Raw peanuts (with red skin on)

Canola oil

Sea salt

Special dark cocoa powder

Pure stevia extract powder

Sidenote: It was fun making this short video, although it did involve a lot of work.  Just like my video production teacher said, “pre-production takes much more time than production”.  I have to say, each frame and clip led me to learn something new with nothing wasted.  With the help of my husband and son, I was able to accomplish this short video.  I’m sure it will go smoother and better every time I make another video.  

I’d love to hear your comments on the video.  Good or bad? It helps me grow.

This homemade dark-chocolate peanut butter is rich and creamy.  It is filled with dark chocolate and a roasted peanut aroma.  Apples, bananas, or crackers are all fantastic dipping choices to enjoy with this wholesome, clean peanut butter.

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5-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

12 mins

Total Time

17 mins

 

This homemade 5-ingredient dark chocolate peanut butter goes way beyond being just a healthy energy boost snack. It’s sugar-free, low carb, and high in protein and fat. Scoop up a generous glob with a slice of apple. No guilt!

Course: GlutenFree, Sauce / Condiment (Vegan, SugarFree

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dark chocolate peanut butter, diy peanut butter, healthy peanut butter, homemade, peanut butter, sugar free

Servings: 12 oz

Author: Joyce @Light Orange Bean

Ingredients

• 12 oz raw peanuts with skin not shell
• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1 pinch sea salt to taste
• 6 tablespoons special dark cocoa powder I used Hershey brand
• ¾ teaspoon pure stevia extract powder

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 ℉.
2. In a baking pan, toss the raw peanuts with oil and salt. Spread the peanuts on the baking pan in a single layer. Roast the peanuts on the oven middle rack for 12 minutes or until they are golden brown.
3. Remove the baking pan from the oven and let the peanuts cool at room temperature for 5 minutes
4. Blend the peanuts in a food processor for 1 minute and then add the remaining ingredients to blend until smooth.

Recipe Notes

This dark chocolate peanut butter can be served right away. To avoid a mess when transferring the peanut butter from the food processor into a jar, I recommend refrigerating the food processor with the peanut butter for a couple of hours. With it’s being stiffer from refrigeration, it will be easier to serve and transfer.