Usually Vegan (Check for Dairy/Additives)Category: nut, protein, legumeReviewed: Aug 20, 2026
Peanut Butter
The vast majority of peanut butter is 100% vegan, made simply from roasted peanuts, salt, and plant oils. A few specialty brands contain bee honey or animal-derived mono-and-diglycerides.
Vegan Status Breakdown
The vast majority of peanut butter is 100% vegan, made simply from roasted peanuts, salt, and plant oils. A few specialty brands contain bee honey or animal-derived mono-and-diglycerides.
Common Synonyms, E-Numbers & Trade Names:
natural peanut buttercreamy peanut buttercrunchy peanut butterground roasted peanuts
Hidden & Derivative Names to Watch Out For:
peanut paste
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Common Uses & Applications
•PB&J sandwiches, oatmeal bowls, high-protein smoothies, peanut noodles, Thai satay dipping sauce
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
Standard reference data via USDA FoodData Central
588
Calories (kcal)
25.1g
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
50.4g
Total Fat
8g
Dietary Fiber
Iron: 1.9 mg
Calcium: 43 mg
Recipes Using Peanut Butter
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do some vegans avoid certain commercial peanut butters?
Some commercial peanut butters use refined sugar filtered with bone char, or added palm oil. 100% natural peanut butters (ingredients: peanuts, salt) are guaranteed 100% vegan.