Skippy Creamy Peanut Butter

Peanut butter is a food paste made primarily from ground dry-roasted peanuts. It is often made by grinding roasted peanuts with added salt and sometimes sugar or oil. The grinding process breaks down the cell walls of the peanuts, releasing their natural oils and creating a smooth, spreadable consistency.

Peanut butter is commonly used as a spread on bread, crackers, and fruit. In packaged foods, it often serves as a flavor ingredient and a source of protein and fat, contributing to the texture and richness of products like frozen appetizers, sandwiches, and desserts.

Peanut butter is not a regulated food additive by the FDA. The FDA considers peanuts to be a major food allergen. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated peanut butter and established acceptable intake levels. Evidence regarding the health benefits of moderate peanut consumption is mixed, with some studies suggesting a link to reduced risk of certain chronic diseases, while others highlight potential concerns related to aflatoxins if peanuts are improperly stored.