Guilt-Free Peanut Pleasures

hree Recipes for Tasty and Nutritious Summertime Treats

ALBANY, Ga. , June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — A summer indulgence that’s guilt-free and packed with nutrition is possible. It all starts with a base of peanut butter or peanuts since just one serving of this mighty superfood delivers protein, fiber, healthy fats and 19 vitamins and minerals.

The Peanut Institute is sharing three recipes for summertime treats that combine peanuts with other nutritious ingredients like bananas, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt and strawberries to make ice cream, popsicles and a crunchy crisp.

This Peanut Butter Strawberry Crisp is easy to make and perfect for summer. With naturally sweet strawberries and crunchy peanuts, it’s a tasty, guilt-free treat. Plus, the combination delivers a great dose of healthy foods. Strawberries are rich in antioxidants and fiber. Peanuts deliver 19 vitamins and minerals, 7 grams of protein, heart healthy fats and fiber, all for about 18 cents per serving. For tasty and healthy recipes with peanuts and peanut butter, visit peanutinstitute.com.
This Peanut Butter Strawberry Crisp is easy to make and perfect for summer. With naturally sweet strawberries and crunchy peanuts, it’s a tasty, guilt-free treat. Plus, the combination delivers a great dose of healthy foods. Strawberries are rich in antioxidants and fiber. Peanuts deliver 19 vitamins and minerals, 7 grams of protein, heart healthy fats and fiber, all for about 18 cents per serving. For tasty and healthy recipes with peanuts and peanut butter, visit peanutinstitute.com.

“Indulging in a sweet treat once in a while is perfectly fine but you want to avoid consuming empty calories. When a craving hits, take a moment and then make a smart choice that satisfies the craving and is healthy,” says Dr. Samara Sterling, a nutrition scientist and research director for The Peanut Institute. “Including peanuts in a treat or as a snack makes sense since they are a nutrient-dense food that’s affordable.”

For example, three of the 19 minerals and vitamins that peanuts contain are niacin, vitamin E and magnesium.

Digging deeper, peanuts provide 25% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of niacin, which aids skin and nerve function and the digestive system. Plus, dietary niacin protects against Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline.1 Peanuts are also an excellent source of vitamin E, an antioxidant that supports immune function and is a “hard-to-get” nutrient for men and women.2 In addition, per serving, peanuts deliver 12% of the RDA of magnesium, which has been found to aid heart rhythm, the immune system, blood pressure, bones and even blood sugar. Magnesium intake is also associated with reduced inflammation and a reduced risk of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.3,4

Ice Cream Two Ways

These non-traditional ice cream recipes allow young and old to indulge without the bulge since 15-18% of calories from peanuts and peanut products aren’t absorbed by the body.5,6

Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream

In a food processor, blend together three frozen bananas, ¼ cup peanut butter and three tablespoons milk until very smooth. Top with melted peanut butter, chopped peanuts and chocolate chunks.

Peanut Butter Cup Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

In a food processor, blend together a 24-ounce container of full-fat cottage cheese, ½ cup peanut butter and ¼ cup plus two tablespoons maple syrup until smooth. Stir in four chopped peanut butter cups and three tablespoons chopped peanuts. Spoon the mixture into a loaf pan and place in the freezer for 3-4 hours until firm. To serve, thaw for 10 minutes for easy scooping and top with additional chopped peanuts.  

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