a jar of peanut butter next to peanuts
Can You Swap Powdered Peanut Butter For The Real Thing?

NEWS

By ALICIA BETZ
Powdered peanut butter
In many cases, powdered peanut butter can be used in place of the real thing, but it’s important to think about its properties. Their consistencies can
cause differences in a recipe.
a peanut butter and banana smoothie
In a smoothie or sauce, powdered peanut butter can be a good swap because it will still give the nutty flavor. However, swapping powder for real in baked goods might make them dry.
a pile of peanut butter cookies
Since some recipes rely on the oil in the peanut butter, adding more oil will keep it moist. Mixing the powdered peanut butter with water will also help keep it from becoming dry.