Peanut flour is a great way to add nutrition and flavor to your dishes. It is also a healthy alternative for those with celiac disease, gluten intolerance or a gluten allergy.

Peanut flour can be used in a variety of meals. It is a great thickener for soups, a flavorful and aromatic ingredient for a variety of breads and pastries, a protein punch in smoothies, as well as a creative and flavorful coating for meats, fish and other center of the plate proteins.

Nutrition
Peanut flour is low in fat and contains over twice the protein of all purpose flour. Not to mention it is nutrient rich providing 8% of your daily fiber, 35% manganese, 20% niacin, 15% copper, 10% folate and 10% phosphorus; all in just one fourth of a cup.

Differences between Peanut Flour, Peanut Protein Powder and Powdered Peanut Butter
Peanut flour and peanut protein powder are the same product but with different names. Powdered peanut butter generally has sugar and salt added to it. The fineness of the grind may vary among products.

Where to Purchase
Peanut flour can be purchased at Trader Joe’s and online.

Recipes
These drink recipes add peanut flour for added protein and energy.

Pear & Peanut Butter Smoothie
Fruit Smoothie with Peanut Protein Powder

Peanut flour enhances the classic flavor of peanut butter to these treats.

Peanut Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops
Triple Peanut Butter Cookie
Peanut Streusel Mango Muffins

Coating proteins like fish and chicken with peanut flour is a tasty and smart alternative to all purpose wheat flour.

Peanut Parmesan Spiced Chicken
Crunchy Peanut Fish Fillets
Beer Battered Chicken with Peanut Sauce