January 24, 2019

Peanut butter hummus

Bowl of peanut butter hummus with a celery stalk being dipped in.

Peanut butter is used in this hummus in place of tahini for a budget-friendly alternative that is still delicious and makes a great dip for kids. 

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Hummus is an easy dip to make at home. Tahini is a hummus ingredient, but it can be a little pricey and it's something that not everyone keeps in their home all the time. Peanut butter is a budget-friendly alternative that most people tend to have in their pantry. 

This dip is a terrific way to encourage kids and adults alike to eat more veggies. Serve this peanut butter hummus with raw vegetables like carrot sticks, celery sticks, cucumbers, and more. You can also serve it with apple slices, pretzels, pita crackers, and more.

Hummus is a great recipe to make for a snack, appetizer, or lunch. Pack it up in your lunchbox or keep it in the refrigerator for an easy snack during the week. I like to make a vegetable tray with a homemade diip like this for parties and gatherings, especially in warmer weather for on the patio with a cold drink.

Bowl of peanut butter hummus surrounded by pretzels and raw vegetables.

Yield: about 1 cup
Author: Amy (Savory Moments)
Peanut Butter Hummus

Peanut Butter Hummus

Peanut butter is used in this hummus in place of tahini for a budget-friendly alternative that is still delicious and makes a great dip for kids.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz.) garbanzo beans
  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika, plus more for topping
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, add the garbanzo beans, peanut butter, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, garlic, paprika, and a good pinch of salt.
  2. Pulse a few times and then blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Add more olive oil if the mixture is too thick (you can also add a little water to help thin it out a little).
  3. Place the hummus in a bowl and top with a little more olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika, if desired. Serve with fresh vegetables, pretzels, crackers, and/or apple slices.
  4. Cover and refrigerate any leftovers.

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This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated in 2022 with a recipe card, new text, and more to improve reader experience. 
 
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20 comments:

  1. I adore both chickpea and peanut butter! This is a perfect hummus for me, Amy.

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  2. Yes! I love making hummus with peanut butter. Tahini really is expensive.

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  3. I love this idea! I definitely have to try it. My peanut-butter-loving-family will go crazy over it.

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  4. Not really a hummus fan, but love peanut butter so I would definitely try this! It looks delicious.

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  5. I love peanut butter and I love hummus, so I'm pretty sure I would adore this hummus!

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  6. What a great addition to hummus. It makes total sense!

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  7. This looks so good. What a great snack it makes.

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  8. I eat hummus or peanut butter every afternoon for a snack, never thought to combine them! Can't wait to try this!

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  9. I have a jar of tahini and plenty of peanut butter and I LOVE hummus, so this is happening at my house this weekend!!

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  10. This is next on my list of things to play around with...I just adore peanut butter in hummus!

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  11. I love having different kinds of hummus around to snack on. So versatile and delicious.

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  12. Love peanut butter and I am so tempted to try your peanut butter version of hummus. Brilliant idea!

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  13. i've never bought tahini and always use peanut butter for my hummus! works for me. :)

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  14. This looks like a fun snack! Great hummus for when the great nieces are over.

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  15. I've never tried making homemade hummus before but it looks so easy! And I bet it is is delicious with the peanut butter in it! Going to have to give this one a try!

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  16. I love humus ! this looks wonderful!

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  17. What a fun twist on hummus! I'm always up for anything with peanut butter.

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  18. I love hummus but never had peanut butter hummus. This could be my new favorite snack.

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  19. I love hummus. I'm a peanut butter fan too. Together sounds delicious!

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  20. I have never tried to add peanut butter to hummus! What a great idea! I definitely need to try it out!

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