20 Easy Peanut Butter Recipes You Can Make With a Jar

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If you're as nuts for peanut butter as we are, then you probably would agree that eating a spoonful out of the jar is enough to keep you satisfied. "Gosh. I don't think there's a smoother sight than a freshly cracked jar of peanut butter," Ree Drummond says. But if you want to take things one step further, check out these peanut butter recipes! Whether you're obsessed with peanut butter or looking for new twists on childhood favorites, these recipes are great for using up that jar of peanut butter in your pantry. And we’re not just talking about peanut butter desserts either. Sure, we've got plenty of peanut butter cookies and chocolate-peanut butter recipes ahead, but we'll also show you how to use peanut butter in savory recipes, too!

What makes peanut butter so amazing is that the creamy texture and nutty flavor—it's perfect for making a lusciously smooth sauce for noodles or a salad dressing that packs a punch. It also pairs well with lots of steak recipes or chicken dinners, like Ree's grilled steak wraps with peanut sauce or her spicy peanut chicken and broccoli made on a sheet pan. If you're a fan of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, you'll be thrilled to find fun variations on the classic flavor combo, including PB&J overnight oats and a PB&J ice cream sandwich. Plus, peanut butter adds a boost of protein to some of your favorite smoothie recipes, like the pumpkin peanut butter smoothie ahead. So grab a jar of your favorite peanut butter brand and dig in!

Peanut butter + chocolate chips + flaky sea salt = the perfect flavor combination! You'll want to make these cookies for bake sales again and again.

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Creamy peanut butter is the key ingredient in this simple noodle recipe. When combined with soy sauce, honey, and vinegar, it becomes an irresistibly savory sauce that can either be served warm or chilled!

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Overnight oats are easy, healthy, and perfectly customizable! Just add creamy or crunchy peanut butter, strawberry preserves, and chopped, roasted peanuts for a variation inspired by a classic PB&J!

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There's peanut flavor in every bite of this creamy cheesecake recipe—from the crust to the filling to the topping! It's a decadent slice of heaven for those who are truly peanut butter fans.

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If you thought peanut butter and jelly was the ultimate power couple, just wait until you try peanut butter and chocolate! The two make a drool-worthy dessert in the form of brownies.

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This twist on PB&J will put a smile on anyone's face! It starts with a simple peanut butter cookie that sandwiches raspberry jam and white chocolate raspberry ice cream.

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The peanut sauce on this chicken dinner can be as spicy or sweet as you prefer. Just add more cayenne or more honey and taste to adjust.

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You only need four ingredients to make the filling for this easy peanut butter pie. Just be warned: It's decadent, ultra-rich, and completely delicious!

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There's nothing fancy about these peanut butter cookies. It's just a good, old-fashioned recipe that you can rely on to satisfy your peanut butter cravings.

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Don't be shy with the peanut sauce in these savory grilled steak wraps. But if you do have extras, don't worry! You can store it in your fridge to use as a dip for veggies or a dressing for salad.

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Made with creamy peanut butter and topped with lightly salted roasted peanuts, this homemade fudge recipe is perfectly sweet and salty. The chocolate drizzle is optional but highly recommended.

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This stir-fry is packed with flavor thanks to creamy peanut butter, coconut milk, curry, and a touch of hot chili oil. You can serve it over noodles or rice for an easy weeknight dinner.

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This salad is full of fresh, crunchy veggies (like cabbage and carrots), plus hearty seared salmon. To bring the whole thing together, a homemade peanut dressing is drizzled over the top.

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The hardest thing about making this peanut butter treat is waiting for it to cool in the fridge. But, as Ree Drummond says, "Patience is a virtue!"

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Both kids and adults will love this classic cookie recipe. Each one is studded with a chocolate Hershey's Kiss, but you can use any flavor of Kisses you prefer!

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Consider this english muffin topped with peanut butter, apples, cinnamon, and sugar the ultimate after-school snack! Ree started making it for her kids back when they were homeschooled.

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Satay refers to the style of char-grilled chicken skewers that's often served up with a spicy peanut butter sauce. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or fun weeknight dinners.

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You can add peanut butter to just about any smoothie, but it's particularly delicious with the sweet fall flavor of pumpkin pie filling. It also adds protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied.

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This recipe is literally oozing with peanut butter! Each chocolate lava cake has a molten peanut butter filling.

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You only need 1 tablespoon of peanut butter to make the sauce for the chicken filling in these healthy lettuce wraps. It's a great way to use up the bottom of your peanut butter jar!

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