National Peanut Butter Day (January 24)
Check out the weird holiday National Peanut Butter Day on January 24. Learn the history of peanut butter, and get ideas on how to celebrate.
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History of National Peanut Butter Day
We’re not exactly sure why this day was chosen to be a day celebrating peanut butter.
Peanut butter was first made by the Aztecs and Incas around 1000 BC. It wasn’t very creamy, but it was instead more like a paste. IT also wasn’t sweetened.
In more mordern times, peanuts were considered animal feed until the late 19th century. Once it was seen as someone for people to eat, peanut butter became more widely used.
Legend has it that a resident of New York, Rose Davis, began making peanut butter in the 18040s from her home after hearing about it from her son, who had heard that it was being made in Cuba when he visited there.
Another person credited with inventing peanut butter is George Washington Carver, although he didn’t actually invent it. He is, however, credited with more than 300 uses of peanuts and is often called “the father of the peanut industry.”
In 1884 in Canada, Marcus Gilmore Edson developed a process that made peanut paste from roasted peanuts but grinding them between two heated plates. He called it “peanut candy.”
A decade later in 1895, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg applied for a patent that performed the same method as Edson’s machine, but only using raw peanuts. This was called “Nut Meal,” or “Nut Butter.”
The first recipe for a peanut butter and jelly sandwch was published in 1901 in the Magazine of Culinary Science and Domestic Economics at the Boston Cooking School by Julia Davis Chandler.
The first machine to make peanut butter was invented in 1903 in St. Louis, Missouri by Dr. Ambrose Straub. The following year, it was sold by George Bayle at the 1904 Universal Exposition in C.H. Sumner’s concession stand in St. Louis.
Finally, 1922, Joseph Rosefield created the process that kept the peanut oil from separating from solid bits of peanuts using homogenization. He then sold that patent to the company that developed Peter Pan peanut butter. Then he decided to start his own business called Rosefield Packing and sold Skippy peanut butter.
During World War II, Rosefield supplied peanut butter to the military for rations. Skippy peanut butter is the second most popular brand, behind Jif. The third most popular is Peter Pan.
Nearly 72% of poeple prefer smooth peanut butter over chunky. 35% of men prefer chunky, but only 28% women will choose it over smooth.
In the United States, a product can’t be called “peanut butter” unless it contains at least 90% peanuts. This prevents manufacturers from filling it with less expensive ingredients.
Both Thomas Jefferson of Virginia (US president from 1801-1809) and James Carter of Georgia (US president from 1977-1981) were peanut farmers.
Ideas for National Peanut Butter Day
You may want to have your kids play with edible peanut-butter playdough today to celebrate!
A simple way to celebrate is by eating homemade peanut butter on toast or crackers, or even dipping things in peanut butter. But if you want to try out the delicious peanut butter recipes below, make sure you first read all about how to cook with peanut butter.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins
These oat based, gluten-free peanut butter and jelly muffins have a surprise strawberry jelly center and a moist, tender muffin crumb – perfect snack for kids & adults on National Peanut Butter Day!
Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies
The perfect recipe for grandma’s peanut butter cookies for you to make on National Peanut Butter Day.
M&M No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie Recipe: A Creamy & Chocolate Dessert
This M&M No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie Recipe has it all for National Peanut Butter Day. It’s a show-stopping dessert that features the creamy flavor of peanut butter, crunchy M&M’s candy and a layer of decadent chocolate.
Peanut Butter Confetti Squares
Only four ingredients and about 15 minutes time are needed to make these fun, naturally gluten free, Peanut Butter Confetti Squares. Enjoy them on National Peanut Butter Day.
Peanut Butter & Jelly Crumb Bars
Peanut Butter & Jelly Crumb Bars for lunch on National Peanut Butter Day! Peanut buttery crust is layered with jelly and topped with chunky brown sugar and peanut crumb topping. It’s your favorite pb&j sandwich turned into a bar cookie.
Peanut Butter Pie No Bake Recipe
No-bake Peanut butter pie is perfect for National Peanut Butter Day and those days when you don't want to turn on the oven but want a dessert without the work.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Marbled Biscotti
Peanut butter and chocolate are tasty flavors on their own, but rise to a higher level of deliciousness when swirled together into one crunchy biscotti, perfect for dipping or munching on National Peanut Butter Day.
Healthy Peanut Butter Balls (Gluten-Free, No Oats)
Healthy Peanut Butter Balls without oats are a perfect delicious and nutritious snack for all peanut butter lovers on National Peanut Butter Day. They are made with five simple ingredients, including soft and creamy Medjool dates, smooth peanut butter and dry roasted peanuts resulting in a wonderful sweet and salty healthy treat.
Peanut Butter Pie with Reese Cups
Peanut Butter Pie with Reese Cups is the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter in an easy no-bake pie! It's an over-the-top dessert for National Peanut Butter Day loaded with tons of flavor!
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
No bake chocolate peanut butter oatmeal cookies are so easy to whip up, and a treat for the whole family on National Peanut Butter Day. If you’re looking for no bake oatmeal cookies without cocoa, be sure to check out this simple recipe!
Easy 3 Ingredient Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
These easy 3 ingredient air fryer peanut butter cookies are a quick snack that is ready in minutes. Here is how to make them for your family on National Peanut Butter Day.
No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake {Easy Dessert}
No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a super easy and delicious dessert for any occasion on National Peanut Butter Day. This quick dessert comes together in just five minutes with only 5 ingredients!
Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Dessert
This simple no bake peanut butter dessert is layered with everything you could want in a National Peanut Butter Day dessert. It’s creamy, indulgent, and so easy to make!
Healthy Peanut Butter Granola
This Peanut Butter Granola is the perfect healthy breakfast for National Peanut Butter Day! It's sweet and loaded with flavor, packed with crunchy peanuts and dark chocolate. It's made with simple pantry ingredients and without refined sugars. Nutritious and quite delicious, easy to prepare too. Such a treat!
1-Bowl Vegan Blondies with Peanut Butter - The Urben Life
Vegan peanut butter blondies are loaded with mini dairy free chocolate chips! This recipe is quick and easy to make in 1 bowl. They bake in just 30 minutes, for the ultimate vegan National Peanut Butter Day dessert or snack.
Peanut Butter Granola Cookies
Looking for a delicious cookie with a hint of crunch and comforting flavors for National Peanut Butter Day? Then you'll love this peanut butter and granola cookie. The granola adds a slight crunch throughout and the recipe is for a soft peanut butter cookie - no dry cookies around here.
Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats
Looking for healthy homemade dog treat recipes? These Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats are so easy to make! Your pup will surely love these 3 ingredient dog treats on National Peanut Butter Day.
Crispy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Twist
Air fryer peanut butter twist is a delicious treat made with sweetened dough and peanut butter. They make the perfect snack and dessert for a get-together on National Peanut Butter Day.
Peanut Butter Banana Muffins with Oat Flour
These peanut butter banana muffins are absolutely delicious, perfectly moist, and loaded with heart healthy oat flour and over 8 grams of protein. Have some on National Peanut Butter Day for breakfast!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
If you like the Häagen-Dazs version, you are going to LOVE this super easy no churn chocolate peanut butter ice cream recipe on National Peanut Butter Day. It can fool even the most seasoned ice cream connoisseurs! All you need is six common ingredients and a bit of time.
Easy Peanut Butter Ramen
Get ready for this delicious and heavenly tasting Easy Peanut Butter Ramen. Spicy peanut noodles is a quick and easy meal for National Peanut Butter Day made in less than 10 minutes with a slightly spicy kick to it.
Peanut Butter Milkshake
This nutty and irresistible Peanut Butter Milkshake is absolutely a delicious treat on National Peanut Butter Day. Its beautiful to present and refreshing to serve. Along with being vegan its creamy without any ice cream and yet satisfying.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Bundt Cake
Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake, a mixture of two favorite flavors perfect for National Peanut Butter Day! The chocolaty batter is mixed with a peanut butter batter to create a one of a kind bundt cake that will take your taste buds to the next level. Then the cake is finished off with a creamy peanut butter glaze and chocolate drizzle to make it a showstopping dessert for any event.
Peanut Butter Curry
This peanut butter curry is creamy, naturally vegan and simply bursting with flavor. It's also ready in just 30 minutes for the perfect healthy dinner to enjoy at the end of National Peanut Butter Day.
Brownie Buckeye Cookies {Christmas Cookies}
It's not Christmas, but it IS National Peanut Butter Day - enjoy these delicious brownie buckeye cookies today!
Tiger Butter Fudge
Tiger Butter Fudge is a gourmet, simple fudge recipe, and all you need are 3 ingredients to make it on National Peanut Butter Day. This addictive fudge has the perfect blend of peanut butter and chocolate.
Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal
This Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Baked Oatmeal is the perfect make-ahead or meal prep breakfast recipe, especially for National Peanut Butter Day! It's made with 10 ingredients in 30 minutes and it's gluten-free, dairy-free, & vegan-friendly with no refined sugar!
Peanut Butter Whiskey Cocktail
This peanut butter whiskey cocktail needs to be your new National Peanut Butter Day libation. This sweet martini recipe will also win over hearts with its rich flavor and creamy texture.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Peanut Butter Fudge is easy to make for National Peanut Butter Day. It only takes a few minutes to make this delicious fudge.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars – No Bake
These NO BAKE Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars are crushed peanut butter sandwich cookies, topped with chocolate pudding, a fluffy layer of cream cheese and peanut butter, and finished off with Cool Whip. Enjoy them on National Peanut Butter Day.
Peanut Butter Banana No-Bake Energy Bites
Packed with hearty oats, creamy peanut butter, bananas, and a sprinkling of chocolate, these Peanut Butter Banana No-Bake Energy Bites make the perfect, on-the-go breakfast, snack, or even dessert on National Peanut Butter Day.
Easy Candied Bacon Recipe with Peanut Butter Drizzle
The ultimate sweet and salty combo, now in your belly! Make this easy candied bacon recipe for your next get-together and wow your guests on National Peanut Butter Day! A hint of spice, sweet sugary glaze and a warm peanut butter drizzle make this a delicious treat any time.
Mini Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecakes
Mini peanut butter cup cheesecakes are cupcake-sized cheesecakes made with a chocolate graham cracker crust, peanut butter filling, and chocolate topping. These individually sized cheesecakes are rich, decadent, and perfect for any peanut butter lover on National Peanut Butter Day.
Best Peanut Butter Muffins Recipe
There are a few different ways you can enjoy these fabulous Peanut butter muffins in more than muffin shape on National Peanut Butter Day - waffles, sandwiches, and donuts!
Strawberry Banana Overnight Oats with Peanut Butter
Strawberry Banana Overnight Oats with Peanut Butter– fun, easy, and kid-friendly, these Overnight Oats with Peanut Butter are perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even as a snack on National Peanut Butter Day.
Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich. Plus Six Gooey Peanut Butter Recipes!
These gluten-free peanut butter thumbprint cookies are filled with a dollop of Nutella and sprinkled with coarse sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty cookie to enjoy on National Peanut Butter Day.
Peanut Butter Bacon Rice Krispies Treats
You read that right. Peanut Butter Bacon Rice Krispies Treats. They are the perfect combination of sweet and salty for National Peanut Butter Day! If you're into sweet and savory snacks, you're going to love these unique rice krispies treats. They're ooey, gooey, and absolutely irresistible.
Creamy dreamy peanut butter banana smoothie
Salty, nutty, and sweet. This peanut butter banana smoothie is such a pleasure on National Peanut Butter Day, it could almost be dessert.
Amazingly Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
This old fashioned peanut butter fudge recipe is light and creamy, and amazingly simple for National Peanut Butter Day! No one would ever guess that it only requires four ingredients, one pot, and a few minutes of cooking time.
Peanut Butter Whipping Cream
Peanut Butter Whipping Cream is a delicious twist on a traditional homemade whipping cream. It’s nutty and creamy and would be delicious on National Peanut Butter Day with your favorite desserts!
No Bake Peanut Butter Coconut Bites
Curious to know how to make the yummiest no bake peanut butter coconut bites for National Peanut Butter Day? You’re covered! Complete with coconut flakes, this keto recipe will blow your mind.
Peanut Butter Soup
It is the cold season again and what better way to warm up on National Peanut Butter Day than with a West African staple that is peanut butter soup? With the creamy peanut butter, spicy chili powder and black pepper, it is packed with flavor and nutrients. We are going to show you how to make this peanut butter soup recipe.
Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Apple Dip
With only three ingredients, peanut butter, Greek yogurt, and salted caramel, this delish peanut butter apple dip takes only a few minutes to whip up for National Peanut Butter Day.
Make Peanut Butter Monkey Bread with Marshmallow
This unique peanut butter monkey bread is irresistible, especially on National Peanut Butter Day! This yummy fluffernutter version is a twist on the classic recipe, oozing with marshmallow.
Vegan Peanut Butter Twix Bars (GF)
These vegan peanut butter twix bars consist of healthy peanut butter caramel on a gluten-free shortbread base coated in non-dairy chocolate. They're easy to make with just 6 ingredients and a are great treat on National Peanut Butter Day.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Truffles
Make No-Bake Peanut Butter Truffles on National Peanut Butter Day! Deliciously creamy bite-sized no-bake peanut butter balls, coated with dark chocolate, and drizzled with milk chocolate!
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes
Sweet and nutty, these Peanut Butter Oatmeal Pancakes are the perfect quick breakfast for National Peanut Butter Day. These peanut butter pancakes are made with wholesome ingredients and without added sugars. Packed with nutrients and incredible flavor. So delicious and super easy to make!
Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake Bundt Cake Recipe Made with a Cake Mix
If you are a peanut butter fan then you are going to go crazy for this Bundt cake on National Peanut Butter Day! It is a Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake which is awesome all by itself. Take that a step further and bake it in a Bundt pan with a decadent layer of peanut butter frosting and BAM…you are hooked! Every single bite is totally magical and the best part is how easy it is to make.
Greek Yogurt And Peanut Butter Dip
Greek yogurt and peanut butter dip is a great, healthy snack for home or on the go on National Peanut Butter Day. Only 3 ingredients and lots of flavor.
Pumpkin Pupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting Dog Treat
Pumpkin Pupcakes are the perfect treat for your pup this National Peanut Butter Day!
Peanut Butter Frozen Coffee
If you’re getting bored of your regular coffee, you need to try this delicious peanut butter frozen coffee recipe on National Peanut Butter Day. It is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and a tasty way to start your day!
Miso Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Crystallized Ginger and Black Sesame Seeds
This miso peanut butter chocolate chip cookies has crystallized ginger and dipped in black sesame seeds for a chewy salty sweet treat on National Peanut Butter Day!
Chocolate Protein Smoothie Bowl with Peanut Butter and Bananas
How to make a Chocolate Protein Smoothie Bowl at home for National Peanut Butter Day. It’s ready in 5 minutes. Add avocado to this chocolate peanut butter smoothie bowl.
Healthy Peanut Butter Cups
Easy to make healthy peanut butter cups are so quick to make when you have a candy craving on National Peanut Butter Day! This DIY homemade version has only 6 ingredients make it a healthy alternative to Reese's.
Peanut Butter Ganache
This easy peanut butter ganache takes only 10 minutes to make with 4 ingredients. Use it to fill a tart, make a drip cake or as a macaron filling on National Peanut Butter Day!
Bouillie Recipe: Peanut Butter Rice Porridge - Polkadot Passport
This bouillie recipe (peanut butter rice porridge) uses simples pantry staples to form a truly satisfying breakfast on National Peanut Butter Day. The nuttiness of the peanut butter melds with the creaminess of rice to create this unique dish from Central African Republic, which is particularly delicious served with caramelised banana.
Peanut Butter Lovers' Pancakes with Maple-PB Syrup - Crumb: A Food Blog
These thick, fluffy flapjacks get a double-dose of peanut butter - it's swirled right into the pancake batter, and stirred into an easy Maple-PB Syrup that's drizzled on top for an extra boost of peanutty goodness for breakfast on National Peanut Butter Day.
Peanut Butter Banana Stuffed Sweet Potatoes [+ How to Bake Sweet Potatoes 5 Ways]
!hese Peanut Butter Banana Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are the bomb for National Peanut Butter Day! Are they a breakfast? A dessert? A snack? All of the above? You decide!
Butterscotch Peanut Butter Marshmallow Confetti Squares
Butterscotch Marshmallow Squares are a quick and easy no-bake treat for National Peanut Butter Day! Made in under 15 minutes!
Fluffy No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie
Fluffy No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie is a velvety mix of peanut butter, cream cheese, and homemade whipped cream that's nothing short of mouth-wateringly delicious on National Peanut Butter Day. With fabulous peanut butter flavor, fluffy texture, no-bake, and easy to make, there's not much more to ask for in a peanut butter sweet treat!
Classic Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookie Recipe
Make perfectly soft and chewy no bake oatmeal cookies on National Peanut Butter Day with this classic chocolate peanut butter no bake cookie recipe. The easy no-bake cookies are filled with rich chocolate peanut butter flavor. Plus, they are super easy to make in 15 minutes with just a few simple pantry ingredients such as quick-cooking oats, peanut butter, and cocoa powder.
Frosted Peanut Butter Blondies
Peanut Butter Blondies are the ultimate peanut butter treat for the serious peanut butter lovers in your life on National Peanut Butter Day! Dense and chewy with a layer of creamy peanut butter frosting on top and Reese's Pieces, these are the perfect bar dessert for when you really need that peanut butter fix!
Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars
A Homemade No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe that is so easy to make for National Peanut Butter Day! High in protein, delicious and cheaper than buying them! Easily customizable to make gluten/dairy free.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread
Banana bread is a classic comfort food, and this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread takes your banana bread game up to a whole new level on National Peanut Butter Day. When you make this banana bread recipe, be prepared to double it because this is usually gobbled up as soon as it's pulled it out of the oven.
Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe
This is a great recipe for any peanut butter fan that loves a sweet treat on National Peanut Butter Day. Rich, moreish and full of peanutty flavour!
Reese’s Peanut Butter Fudge (with video)
Reese’s Peanut Butter Fudge is luscious and creamy, made with chunks of peanuts throughout the fudge to give it the perfect crunch. This Reese’s Peanut Butter Fudge is a simple recipe with just 4-ingredients! It comes together in just 10 minutes for you to enjoy on National Peanut Butter Day.
Easy Peanut Butter Bread
This gluten free vegan peanut butter bread recipe is so easy! Learn how to make this depression era bread recipe on National Peanut Butter Day, with tasty additions and substitutions.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates
These chocolate peanut butter stuffed dates are the perfect healthy snack for National Peanut Butter Day! They come together in minutes for a quick treat yet are impressive enough to serve as a party appetizer or dessert. They also freeze well for a tasty cold treat! You can't go wrong with these dates with peanut butter and chocolate!
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies
These easy and delicious Cheesecake Brownies are one of the most satisfying National Peanut Butter Day desserts ever! Tasty brownie layer covered by peanut butter cheesecake filling and topped with chocolate ganache: a pure perfection.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake
Chocolate and peanut butter lovers, this cake is for you on National Peanut Butter Day! Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake is the stuff dreams are made of. Rich, dense brownies are filled with peanut butter, covered with a fluffy peanut butter frosting, and topped with everyone's favorite, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa Bombs
These Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa Bombs are the stuff cool winter nights and National Peanut Butter Day dreams are made of. And once they’re prepared, all you need is your favorite hot milk and you’re well on your way to heaven in a cup.
Boozy Salted Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
This boozy salted peanut butter hot chocolate has to be one of the prettiest hot drinks. Who can resist a steaming mug of hot chocolate decorated with fluffy whipped cream and sprinkles on National Peanut Butter Day? Or marshmallows and fudge syrup? If you are looking for a Skrewball whiskey recipe, this spiked peanut butter hot cocoa is one to try. Hot chocolate and whiskey are a tasty combination in this hot peanut butter drink.
Peanut Butter Chicken Recipe
Peanut lovers will LOVE this peanut butter chicken recipe boosted with orange, ginger, garlic and chili flakes for dinner on National Peanut Butter Day. Use skewers (or not). Use a grill (or not). Serve hot (or not) You have options! All delish.
Peanut Butter Frosting
Using one bowl and just five ingredients, you can whip up a batch of this quick and easy peanut butter frosting in just 10 minutes! Use it on National Peanut Butter Day to top anything you'd like!
Baileys Peanut Butter Cup Drink
This Baileys Peanut Butter Cup Drink is a delicious way to enjoy your favorite chocolate treat in a cocktail on National Peanut Butter Day. The classic flavors of chocolate and peanut butter combine for a delicious cocktail that is perfect for any occasion.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Skillet Cake {Flourless}
Made with only 5 ingredients (which you probably already have in your kitchen), this flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Skillet Cake is gloriously fudgy and delicious - perfect to try out on National Peanut Butter Day.
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