pb2 vs regular peanut butter

Brennaohh
Brennaohh Posts: 47
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Hello,
I recently ordered a nice sized bag of pb2 and got it in the mail yesterday....i mixed it up as recommended (2TB pb2 1TB water) and it was not as good as I had anticipated and I LOVE peanut butter. I usually eat Teddies natural unsalted peanut butter.

Ive noticed that many people on here eat pb2 and love it, which is why I ordered it in the first place;
sooo any recommendations on making it taste better?

It was kind of dry and clumpy, should I add more water?
What can I add it in that will taste good?

Any type of easy shake idea or a way to include it in a snack or something.

I had it in a pb&j and it was just okay...let me know Ill take as many ideas as possible...I bought the whole bag of it! haha

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  • Morgan803
    Morgan803 Posts: 56 Member
    I too could not eat it alone. Its just not the same as peanut butter, although i decided to try making it in a food processor it had a much better consistancy, i just make it in a big batch and keep it in a container in my pantry, but i love the powder mixed in my oatmeal with some banana, or mixed in chocolate greek yogurt, love to take a frozen banana a little unsweetened greek yogurt and some pb2 blend it up its like peanut butter banana ice cream i add a little protein powder and milk to make a smoothie, just a few suggestions.
  • Brennaohh
    Brennaohh Posts: 47
    thanks for the ideas, they sound good (:
  • Toddrific
    Toddrific Posts: 1,114 Member
    the only way i really liked it was throwing it in with shakes or with oatmeal.

    did not like when used like real peanut butter =/
  • Brinasacat
    Brinasacat Posts: 505 Member
    I threw mine out! Less quantity of regular pb works forme.
  • love4fitnesslove4food_wechange
    love4fitnesslove4food_wechange Posts: 6,897 Member
    yeah, i mean...it's a peanut butter flavored powder with all of the healthy fat removed. you can't expect reconstituting it with water to make it taste even remotely like its HEALTHY counterpart.

    I'd recommend blending it in shakes, mixing it with greek yogurt and maple syrup for a nice snack or sprinkling it on top of pancakes/baked goods like you would powdered sugar.
  • jconnon
    jconnon Posts: 427 Member
    I just got mine yesterday but my goal was always to be mixing in my oatmeal or when I make yonanana's. I used it today in oatmeal and I think it will work fine like that. I doubt I would mix it like you did and be happy with it. Teddie is my favorite as well :smile:
  • NeedANewFocus
    NeedANewFocus Posts: 898 Member
    yeah, i mean...it's a peanut butter flavored powder with all of the healthy fat removed. you can't expect reconstituting it with water to make it taste even remotely like its HEALTHY counterpart.

    I'd recommend blending it in shakes, mixing it with greek yogurt and maple syrup for a nice snack or sprinkling it on top of pancakes/baked goods like you would powdered sugar.

    I've actually never heard of pb2. Sounds like its a taste supplement? No health value?
  • runningdiva77
    runningdiva77 Posts: 67
    you will get used to it though. add water or milk to consistancy how you like it. :)

    i also add it to my choc. protein shakes- it's great! and really- cutting all that fat/calories and still keeping the protein it has is amazing.
  • TKHappy
    TKHappy Posts: 659 Member
    I bought some powdered PB...not PB2 but same idea. I'm just using the powdered kind for my protein shakes and smoothies. :) I have no need really to replace peanut Butter (my first true love)...I love the packets of Justin's...so convenient for stashing in the purse with a Apple for a quick snack. :)
  • DJtrvl
    DJtrvl Posts: 14 Member
    I had to add more water to get it to a consistency I enjoyed, and keep stirring it to get the powder really worked in. I like the chocolate version much better, and 1 45cal batch (2tbsp) is perfect for dipping a granola bar in.
  • rbn_held
    rbn_held Posts: 690 Member
    I love it. Taste just like regular peanut butter to me. I eat it mostly on apples and celery
  • albinogorilla
    albinogorilla Posts: 1,056 Member
    you didn't add enough water, add water until its the same consistency, then its very close to the original, and for the reduction of calories and fat, its a great substitute, its still peanut butter.......
  • lmelangley
    lmelangley Posts: 1,039 Member
    Definitely add water until you get the consistency you like.

    I use it in sandwiches, but also when cooking. My daughter loves the taste of peanut butter, but hates the texture of peanuts. I use it in granola bars and she loves them. Tried regular peanut butter, but the oil cooked the oats too much.

    If anyone has extra they want to get rid of, I'll pay shipping if you send it my way!
  • zenchild
    zenchild Posts: 680 Member
    To get the consistency right you have to stir and stir and stir. The consistency will never be quite the same but it's still tasty.
    I put the powder in chocolate yogurt to make it kind of like a reese's cup. I also dip apple slices in the dry powder and then put the apples in my dehydrator overnight. I spread it over low-cal waffles for breakfast. When I get back to the health food store I'm going to buy the chocolate version and try that in a vanilla yogurt smoothie.
    It is not the same as regular peanut butter. I don't expect it to be the same. It will never replace a spoonful of regular peanut butter and a glass of milk. I treat it as it's own thing.
  • Edithrenee
    Edithrenee Posts: 546 Member
    I too could not eat it alone. Its just not the same as peanut butter, although i decided to try making it in a food processor it had a much better consistancy, i just make it in a big batch and keep it in a container in my pantry, but i love the powder mixed in my oatmeal with some banana, or mixed in chocolate greek yogurt, love to take a frozen banana a little unsweetened greek yogurt and some pb2 blend it up its like peanut butter banana ice cream i add a little protein powder and milk to make a smoothie, just a few suggestions.
    yummy!!
  • HiKaren
    HiKaren Posts: 1,306 Member
    I think one of my friends throws it into her protein shakes on a daily basis. I have still yet to order some for myself. They were actually backordered on the choc flavor last time I attempted to order. I wonder if you could whip it up with some greek yogurt too. I haven't tried it yet. It still sounds pretty good.:smile:
  • carajo
    carajo Posts: 532 Member
    I LOVE pb2....i sometimes eat in with the water and one packet of stevia...usually though i mix it into yogurt, protein shakes, oatmeal, i have even done oatmeal pb2 cookies...delish!!
  • ChrisStoney
    ChrisStoney Posts: 479 Member
    maybe add some peanut oil to it....
  • FitSuga
    FitSuga Posts: 259 Member
    I put it in my oatmeal or my green smoothies. Typically though I use it as a spread on some toast. I add a tiny bit more water than they say and stir lots! I was using all natural PB before and I think they taste really similar, but I love PB.
  • realme56
    realme56 Posts: 1,093 Member
    I don't eat it straight up but besides shakes and oatmeal I also do my pb2 banana bites which is 2T pb2, 1 packet Truvia and a pinch of cinnamon. I shake this in a container then cut a banana into small pieces and shake them together, The mixture will do 2 or more bananas and it makes a great healthy treat.
  • albinogorilla
    albinogorilla Posts: 1,056 Member
    maybe add some peanut oil to it....

    comedian
  • tmpetrie01
    tmpetrie01 Posts: 8 Member
    ya i normally eat teddys too...i have some pb2 i bought as well....to get rid of it i use it along with my protein powder in smoothies...and now i stick to what i normally eat (the teddys) i find it the best or natural unsalted almond butter :)
  • Balice57
    Balice57 Posts: 125
    I use it mixed into protein shakes and oatmeal. I also discovered it is better mixed into the oatmeal after it is cooked, otherwise it does tend to get lumpy. I have a recipe for peanut butter mixed into Greek yogurt to dip apple slices into for a snack. I haven't tried it with PB2 yet, but expect it will work well. This is very good - and gives you some protein with your fruit.
  • qadosh2him
    qadosh2him Posts: 4
    hi ,
    I just bought some also. I haven't tried it yet but did google recipes...I found a site that has TONS of PB2 recipes. Here is the URL:

    http://bellplantation.com/recipes
    I hope it helps
  • theflyingartist
    theflyingartist Posts: 385 Member
    PB2: NOT peanut butter, especially if you adore peanut butter.

    I basically had to learn to accept my fate that peanut butter is not acceptable, but this watered down version of it is.

    Sometimes I miss real PB and sometimes I'm thankful for PB2.
    It's best in recipes or mixed with chocolate.
  • Brennaohh
    Brennaohh Posts: 47
    thanks guys!!!

    I cant wait to start experimenting with it (:
  • nicsnutrition
    nicsnutrition Posts: 1
    Here are my suggestions!

    •Apple Dip: Mix 2 tbsp of PB2 to 1.5-2 tbsp of milk to create a 'dip' like creamy consistency
    •Oatmeal/Porridge: Add 1-2 tbsp of PB2 & 1 tbsp of dessicated coconut (& 1/2 a chopped banana) AFTER cooking
    •Smoothies/Shakes: Add 1-2 tbsp of PB2 to a milkshake & frozen banana smoothie or your protein shake
    •Pancakes: Add 1-2 tbsp to your pancake mix before cooking
    •Cookies: Add 1-2 tbsp to your dry cookie mix before combining the wet ingredients
    •Banana Cream: Mix 2 tbsp of PB2 to 1 tbsp of milk & smooth onto semi-frozen banana chunks
    •Ice-Cream: Blend a frozen banana with fat-free Greek yoghurt & 2 tbsp of PB2 or use in your Yonanas
    •Granola: Add to your 1-2 tbsp of PB2 to your granola mix before baking
    •Yoghurt: Add 1-2 tbsp of PB2 to plain yoghurt

    nicsnutrition.com

    Nic x
  • jazzcat55
    jazzcat55 Posts: 164 Member
    I threw mine out!
    Oh no! :sad:

    For me, PB2 is definitely not a substitute for my beloved Adams Natural Crunchy peanut butter. I savor that as an occasional treat. But PB2 is great mixed into things to give them a peanut buttery flavor...smoothies, oatmeal, protein bars, and such...without all the fat and calories. The Bell Plantation site has tons of great-sounding recipes that I plan on trying.

    I'm really curious about the chocolate version.
  • keem88
    keem88 Posts: 1,689 Member
    i like it mixed as regular pb, maybe my taste buds are just weird haha.
    a favorite of mine is to mix the powder in oatmeal and add a little maple syrup. very tasty.
    also good in a protein shake with chocolate protein powder, half a banana and the pb2 with coconut milk, ice and greek yogurt.
    i dip apples in it as well but you may not like that if it isn't mixed.
    also it is good blended with frozen banana chocolate protein powder
  • allaboutthecake
    allaboutthecake Posts: 1,535 Member
    I purchased PB2 Regular and Chocolate in hopes of adding that to my already protein-fortified milk to down right after intense 2-hr cycles where am burning upwards +1700 cal. I was sadly disappointed. It has been sitting in my cupboard after a several attempts to "do" something with it. For me, having those extra cals that really didn't satisfy my taste buds were not worth it.

    To add, I make my own PB with raw unsalted peanuts from Whole Foods with my Vitamix. Been doing that for years. It is completely more satisfying then to have a boatload of the PB2.

    To each his own, I say!

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