The Simple Hack to Keep Peanut Butter from Separating

It’s frustrating when peanut butter separates, requiring you to grab a spoon and stir the oil back in. Depending on the brand, this can feel like a workout for your arm.

This issue is more common with natural or homemade peanut butters, which lack the preservatives found in some commercial brands. However, regardless of the type, there’s one easy trick that helps keep your peanut butter from separating.

How to Stop Peanut Butter from Separating

The solution is simple: store your peanut butter upside down. Before sealing the jar, give it a thorough mix with a knife. This ensures the ingredients stay combined before you put it away.

Storing peanut butter upside down means the bottom of the jar becomes the top when flipped. As a result, when you turn it back right side up, any separated oil will naturally blend through the jar. Plus, you’ll be scooping from the thickest part of the peanut butter.

While it’s not a foolproof method, it does help extend the freshness of your peanut butter. The spread stays smoother for longer, and you’ll save some effort next time you need to stir.

For some of our favorite peanut butter recipes, check out the links below:

• Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
• Easiest Peanut Butter Fudge
• Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
• Peanut Butter Noodles
• Peanut Butter Pie