Rating: 6/10
- 🥜 Category: Peanut, Smooth, Plain
- Country of origin: USA
- Serving suggestion: Baking projects and sauces where you need a thinner consistency and don't mind a thwacking of salt
Let's talk about this budget-friendly find from Trader Joe's - certainly a bargain at USD2.49, I didn't hesitate to grab this off the shelf and shove it into my suitcase to take back from my last trip to the States.
First impressions: pretty colour! Isn't quite the deep, dark roast I swoon at, but still easy on the eyes. Made with unblanched peanuts (which just means they kept their skins on for grinding), this spread definitely leans into the "ultra-spreadable" category.
The consistency is thin and oily. Really thin. Like, "don't try to spread this on soft bread unless you want a structural disaster" thin. While some might appreciate how easily it flows, I find myself wishing for something with a bit more body. The salt level is also dialed up past where it needs to be, which limits its versatility as a straight-up spread.
However! This isn't a total loss - that thin consistency and punchy hit of salt actually make it shine in specific applications. Need a smooth peanut butter to make some satay sauce for your meal prep friendly baked chicken because it's shredding season (wow, is this an extremely targeted ad)? This one's got your back, no extra oil or salt needed. Want to swirl some nutty goodness into your baked oat batter? Here's your budget-friendly solution. It's found its niche as a supporting player rather than a solo act.
An "it's fine" on the peanut butter spectrum. For the price point I'd say it's an acceptable pantry backup if you're planning to use a 'natural' style peanut butter in recipes rather than straight on your morning toast.
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