Step 1

If your peanuts aren't roasted, preheat the oven to 350°F and spread the raw peanuts on a baking sheet. Bake them until they're turning golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Once the peanuts are roasted, add them to a high-speed blender or food processor with ¾-teaspoon salt.

Step 3

Pulse or turn on low for 1 minute to grind the nuts into a gritty-looking mixture. Stop and scrape down the sides and bottom with a spatula or spoon.

Step 4

Turn the blender or food processor back on low-medium for another 1-2 minutes. At this point, it will look like a dry peanut clump.

Step 5

Stop and scrape down the sides and bottom again, then blend until the mixture appears smooth and glossy, about 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust the salt if you think it needs it.

Step 6

At this point, you can add any other optional flavors you want, and blend to combine. Transfer your homemade peanut butter to a jar or a container for storage. Happy eating!