Peanut Spread: what does it taste like and how should you serve it?

Peanut spreads can vary enormously. Some lean savoury, others are very sweet; some pour easily, while others are dense. In our Peanut Spread, we keep the main ingredient firmly in the foreground: peanuts make up 70% of the recipe. Orange blossom honey provides the sweetness, while vanilla seeds complement the peanut flavour.

This guide shows you how to explore its texture, understand its balance and enjoy it well beyond a slice of toast.

What does our Peanut Spread taste like?

Peanut naturally leads because it accounts for 70% of the recipe. The flavour is rounded, direct and lingering. Orange blossom honey replaces added sugar as the source of sweetness without hiding the main ingredient. Vanilla extends that roundness, while fleur de sel provides a quiet contrast.

We are not trying to imitate a confectionery filling. The recipe puts peanut first, with a creamy texture and a finish balanced between honeyed sweetness, vanilla and a light salty note.

What is actually in the jar?

Our Peanut Spread contains:

• 70% peanuts from outside the European Union;
• orange blossom honey from Spain;
• vanilla seeds;
• cocoa butter;
• rapeseed oil;
• sunflower lecithin;
• fleur de sel.

It is made in France and contains no preservatives. Cocoa butter, rapeseed oil and sunflower lecithin all contribute to the balance of the texture. If you need to avoid allergens, always check the label: the recipe contains peanuts and may contain traces of nuts.

How should you taste it?

Start at room temperature

Temperature makes a noticeable difference to a spread. When it is too cold, it feels firmer and its aromas are slower to open. Let the jar return to room temperature and stir gently if needed. The texture becomes softer and easier to spread.

Begin with a small spoonful

Half a teaspoon is enough for a first taste. Let it warm in your mouth for a few seconds before chewing. Peanut comes first, followed by the sweetness of honey, then vanilla and fleur de sel.

Use a neutral base for comparison

Plain bread, an unflavoured crêpe or a piece of apple lets you taste the spread without overwhelming it. For the first tasting, avoid heavily spiced breads or very sweet toppings, which make the balance harder to read.

What goes well with Peanut Spread?

Lightly toasted bread

Warm toast is the most direct pairing. Its heat softens the spread, while the crisp surface contrasts with its creaminess. Let the toast cool for a moment before spreading so the paste does not become completely liquid.

Fresh fruit

Apple adds crunch and bright acidity. Pear offers a softer texture. Banana is sweeter and makes the peanut feel even more enveloping. Simply add a small dab to each piece of fruit; no elaborate recipe is required.

Plain yoghurt

Place a spoonful in the centre and stir only a few times. This keeps some areas intense and others fresh. Plain yoghurt works better than a flavoured one when you want the peanut to stay in the foreground.

Porridge or pancakes

Add the spread to hot porridge just before serving, so it loosens without being cooked. On pancakes, a thin layer is enough; sliced apple or banana can complete the plate.

Can you use it in savoury recipes?

Yes, as long as you remember that honey and vanilla are already part of the recipe. A small amount can give body to a sauce for roasted vegetables, noodles or tofu. Loosen it gradually with warm water, lemon juice or soy sauce rather than adding a large quantity of liquid all at once.

Taste before adding salt or another sweet ingredient: fleur de sel and honey already shape the balance. Lime, ginger or a little chilli can bring a lively contrast.

How should you store it and restore its texture?

Keep the jar in a dry place, away from heat and sudden temperature changes, following the storage instructions on the label. Always use a clean, dry spoon.

If the spread feels firm, allow it to return to room temperature. If a light film of oil appears, stir slowly until the texture is even again. Peanut-rich recipes naturally contain a high proportion of fat, and visible separation can usually be corrected with a simple stir.

Three ways to discover its character

1. On its own: to identify the peanut, vanilla and light salty finish.
2. On apple: to add freshness, acidity and crunch.
3. On lightly toasted bread: to contrast crispness with creaminess.

This short tasting sequence is enough to see how temperature and accompaniments change the experience, then choose the serving style you enjoy most.

In short

Our Peanut Spread puts 70% peanuts at the centre, sweetened with orange blossom honey and rounded with vanilla seeds. Its creamy texture works with bread, fruit, yoghurt and pancakes, or in a carefully balanced savoury sauce.

If you would like to try it, discover our Peanut Spread and compare it with the other recipes in the range.