Low Calorie Peanut Butter Dip
If you love peanut butter as much as I do, then you need to try this creamy peanut butter dip! It’s lower in calories and packed with protein so it’s a perfect snack!
I’m obsessed with peanut butter. The problem is, it takes like, 3 tablespoons of peanut butter to sufficiently dip an entire apple. And while I love peanut butter, I do have to face the facts, that 1 measly tablespoon packs in 100 calories. Those add up quickly. What’s a girl to do? Whip up a batch of this creamy peanut butter dip, and start snacking!
Health Benefits of Peanuts
Peanuts are a great source of many essential nutrients, including protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. They’re also rich in powerful antioxidants which may help protect against cell damage and chronic disease. Peanuts are a good source of monounsaturated fats, which may help reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. Since they’re a good source of fiber, they can also help keep blood sugar levels stable. While I love peanuts and peanut butter, I have to recognize that peanut butter is high in calories and fat. While it’s the good kind of fat, it does mean the serving size is a bit small. And if you love peanut butter like me, sometimes you want to enjoy a whole bowl of peanut butter! Thanksfully, this low calorie peanut dip is a good solution for volume eaters like me.
How to Make Low-Calorie Peanut Butter Dip
All you need for this peanut butter dip is two simple ingredients: Greek yogurt and peanut flour! But there are plenty of other things you can add if you like. For a sweeter dip, swirl in a bit of honey! For a creamier dip, add a teaspoon or two of regular peanut butter.
What is Peanut Flour?
Peanut flour is made by pressing the oil out of the peanuts and finely grinding the peanuts to a flour consistency. It contains less fat and calories than peanut butter, since most of the oil has been pressed out during the grinding process. It obviously has a strong peanut flavor and is often used to add flavor to smoothies, sauces, and other dishes.
Where to Buy Peanut Flour
You can usually find peanut flour at the grocery store by the natural peanut butter. Two of my favorite brands are PB2 and PBFit. If you can’t find it at the grocery store, you can order it on Amazon here!
PrintLow Calorie Peanut Butter Dip
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1/4 cup 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Dip
Description
If you love peanut butter, then you need to try this creamy peanut butter dip! It’s lower in calories and packed with protein so it’s a perfect snack!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla can work)
- 2 tablespoons peanut flour (see note below)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of stevia or sweetener (optional)
Instructions
- Combine everything in a bowl and stir until completely smooth.
- Use as a dip for fruit or spread it on toast!
Notes
Note: If you can’t find peanut flour (or PB2) and you don’t feel like ordering it from Amazon, feel free to use regular peanut butter! It’ll be a little higher in fat and calories, but at least it’s good fat! You can reduce it down to 1 tbsp and it’ll still be super creamy and peanut butter-y.
How to Use Low-Calorie Peanut Butter Dip
- As a dip for pretzels, bananas or apple slices
- Spread it on toast or crackers
- Add it to smoothies or shakes for a creamy, nutty flavor
- Drizzle it over oatmeal or pancakes
- Dunk freshly baked apple chips
Are you as peanut butter obsessed as I am?
I am addicted to peanut butter. No really. I am. I NEED to have at least a spoonful before bed. And I love Cuban food!!
I also need a taste in the morning… and when I get home from work… and after dinner… 😉 haha
yummy! I love PB and think it would make an awesome dip!
I have never had cuban food but I think I would LOVE it!
I was tempted to not read this because it sounded like it could be the most addictive thing ever haha. Good thing I just finished my yogurt today, or I could probably make this right now.
Haha it IS addicting, but at least you can eat more of it than regular peanut butter 😉
Looks very tasty to me and I am not a peanut butter fan much myself!
I have never thought to make a dip before, thanks for sharing! I am with you on the nut butter addiction, and the fact that you need 3 tablespoons for one slice, lol!
I also have a peanut butter addiction! I spread it on apples and have it with dates….as a treat….everyday. Yum, I must make this – thanks 🙂
Mmmm I’ve never tried it with dates! That sounds awesome!
Oooh love this recipe. I’ve just ordered some peanut flour from Iherb so this is a nice coincidence! 🙂
I am a peanut butter addict. This sounds like such a great solution to eating an entire jar!
I absolutely love putting Peanut Flour in my yogurt! I’m especially a fan of adding a little cocoa powder, it is such a great snack when I’m craving froyo!
That’s such a good idea!!! I’l have to try it with a little cocoa 🙂
I for sure have an addiction, too. Any type of nut/seed butter though! Love it. This look so good – I love PB2!