Spread between two slices of toast or baked into homemade cakes and cookies, nut butters turns our everyday snacks and desserts into creamy delicious treats. But when it comes to those creamy spreads and blending them into our recipes; the sky’s the limit.
We gathered up a list of unconventional but delicious recipes you can make using Breadfast’s all-new range of Nut Butters. From Peanut Butter, Almond Butter, to Chocolate Peanuts, here are some quick and tasty nut-butter eats to try out this summer.
1- Almond Butter Salad Dressing
Salad dressings can make or break your entire salad experience. Try out an almond butter dressing over your green salads or roasted veggies for a delicious earthy upgrade. To make an almond butter dressing, add 3 teaspoons of Breadfast Almond Butter, 3 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar, and 3 teaspoons of water, then whisk together until well blended. Enjoy a creamy and packed with flavors salad dish.
2- Peanut Butter Chicken
If you want to add a nutty and creamy flavor to your chicken dish, add peanut butter when cooking it. In a skillet, brown the chicken for a few minutes and set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 4 tablespoons of Breadfast’s Creamy Peanut Butter, 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 3 tablespoons of white vinegar. Add this heavenly mixture to your chicken until it thickens.
3- Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake
There is a joy that always comes from making an easy homemade sweet treat that fulfills all those late-night cravings. Enters microwaveable mug cakes! In a mug, add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of Breadfast Chocolate Peanut Butter, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla, 1/4 cup milk, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Microwave the mixture for a minute, then add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to spice things up.
4- Sweet Potato with Peanut Butter Crust
Add a little twist to your sweet potato fries recipe. Just coat the sweet potatoes with creamy peanut butter and olive oil, roast to perfection, and enjoy a uniquely tasty snack.
5- Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
Such an easy recipe that comes together very nicely. Preheat your oven to 190 degrees, then in a bowl, beat vegetable oil, chocolate peanut butter, brown sugar, milk and vanilla until blended then mix altogether with flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda. On a baking sheet, bake your cookies for 7- 8 minutes. Enjoy the softest chocolate peanut butter cookies that will bring you pure joy.
6- Peanut Butter Hummus
No Tahini? No problem. Peanut butter hummus has come to the rescue. In a food processor, place chickpeas, garlic, peanut butter, and lemon juice and mix until the mixture is smooth. Serve with toasted bread or crackers. This dip will become the next family favorite.
7- Almond Butter and Banana Smoothie
If you think peanut butter and bananas are the perfect match, wait till you try bananas with Breadfast’s Almond Butter instead. Pour almond milk into a blender with a scoop of almond butter and a banana, then blend until smooth and enjoy a cold and healthy smoothie packed with proteins, healthy fats, and calcium before or after your workouts or as a refreshing summer drink to beat the heat.
8- Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Dip
Don’t fancy the taste of plain Greek yogurt? Try adding a spoonful of Breadfast’s Peanut Butter and some sliced green apples, and you’ll be surprised by how quickly you dig right into it. This one works perfectly for busy bees looking for a quick, healthy, on-the-go breakfast.
9- Almond Butter Dipping Sauce
Use it as a dip for your nuggets and spring rolls, as a salad dressing, or with pasta; almond butter sauce adds a unique twist to your classic favorites. All you need is creamy almond butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey then whisk all the ingredients altogether. Now thin the sauce with hot water to get the perfect texture that makes your dish whole.
Now that we have filled you in on creative ways to include nut butters into your everyday dishes or recipes, check out Breadfast’s all-new Nut Butters range and order your favorite flavors now through our app.
