Conquering the weekday means starting with the breakfast of champions or adding a peanut butter recipe for lunch, and to beat the mid-week blues, we’ll also whip up a peanut butter brownie, peanut butter smoothie, and peanut butter noodles. I crave delicious ramen forever. As for smoothies and brownies, they’re like feel-good songs and if they’re packed with health benefits, they’ll definitely make us dance.
On that note, check out these lip-smacking peanut butter recipes below and thank us later.
1. Peanut Butter Brownie
Ingredients:
225 grams of crunchy peanut butter
200g bar of dark chocolate, divided into pieces
280 grams of soft light brown sugar
3 medium eggs
100 grams of self-raising flour
Method:
Set 50g each of peanut butter and chocolate aside. Preheat the oven to 180C/160C fan/Gas 4 and line a 20cm square baking tin with baking parchment. Slowly melt the remaining peanut butter, chocolate and all the sugar in a pan, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved. Transfer the mixture to a bowl to cool slightly. Turn off the heat and beat in the eggs one at a time using a wooden spoon. Stir in the batter and scrape into the tin.
Melt the reserved peanut butter in the microwave for 45 seconds or until melted in the pan, then drizzle over the brownies. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is set, but the center still seems a little undercooked. Melt the reserved chocolate, drizzle over the brownie, then cool in the tin before cutting into squares.
2. Peanut Butter Smoothie
Ingredients:
200 ml oat milk
1 banana, peeled and sliced
20 grams of peanut butter
1 tbsp rolled oats
A pinch of cinnamon
A pinch of spice
A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
A small handful of ice cubes
Method:
Whiz all ingredients in a blender (ideal for crushing ice) until smooth. Pour into a tall glass and serve.
3. Peanut Butter Noodles
Ingredients:
½ cup chicken broth
1½ tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
3 tablespoons of soy sauce
3 tablespoons peanut butter
1½ tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons hot chili paste (optional)
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces noodles
¼ cup chopped green onion
¼ cup chopped peanuts
Method:
Boil a large pot of water. Add noodles according to package directions and cook until tender. drain Meanwhile, combine chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the peanut butter is melted and hot. Add the noodles, and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and peanuts.
(Recipes: Chef Kandla)
Benefits:
Chickpea Nut Butter Aids in weight loss and heart health when consumed in moderation and as part of an overall healthy diet. Rich in various nutrients, peanut butter can reduce the risk of breast disease, maintain blood sugar levels, and aid in bodybuilding when consumed a tablespoon or two a day as advised by your doctor or dietician.
Bananas, mashed or otherwise, help reduce stress levels because they are rich in potassium, a mineral essential for regulating water balance, acidity levels and blood pressure. Not only do they improve digestive health and aid in weight loss, but they also support heart health, improve insulin sensitivity, and contain powerful antioxidants.
Oats It can improve blood sugar control, lower cholesterol levels, and protect LDL cholesterol from damage while being rich in antioxidants and incredibly nutritious. Its soluble fiber beta-glucan aids in digestion, satiates the stomach, and keeps hunger pangs at bay.