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Spread the Word: These Are the 6 Best Organic, Natural Peanut Butters

These salted and unsalted natural peanut butters are big on flavor without unhealthy ingredients. Most are USDA-certified organic and plastic-free, too.

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Published Sept. 30 2024, 11:16 a.m. ET

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Munching on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches has been practically a rite of passage for generations. Peanut butter can be packed with sugar, hydrogenated oils, and artificial preservatives — not exactly a healthy food despite its high protein. So, let's talk about natural peanut butter instead: it omits all that junk and leaves you with a more pure and authentic spread. The best organic peanut butter is also USDA-certified organic, which guarantees your jar’s peanuts were grown without pesticides and other chemicals.

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With just organic peanuts and maybe a pinch of salt, organic natural peanut butter has a more peanut-forward flavor and a simpler list of ingredients you can feel good about. The six options below are some of the tastiest and most unadulterated peanut butter on the market, and most of them come in plastic-free jars. Pair these spreads with berries, bananas, honey, or natural fruit preserves to hit that sweet spot that American kids of all ages love.

Once Again Organic Creamy Peanut Butter, 16 oz.

As a worker-owned cooperative, Once Again aims to produce high-quality, organic, and sustainably sourced nut butter while supporting organic farmers, fair trade practices, and wildlife preservation.

Once Again's Organic Peanut Butter is a creamy dream made from responsibly grown, organic peanuts. With zero additives, it's a wholesome, USDA-certified spread that's as natural as peanut butter gets—perfect for those who love simple, clean ingredients with big flavor. And yes, that's a glass jar with a metal lid you see.

"Why is it so hard to find peanut butter without salt, sugar, or oil added? Once Again brand is the absolute best peanut butter with literally one ingredient: PEANUTS!" wrote a reviewer.

$9 at Amazon
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Woodstock Smooth Organic Peanut Butter, 16 oz.

Woodstock is all about keeping things simple and sustainable. The focus is on organic, non-GMO, and environmentally friendly practices, making their products as eco-conscious as they are delicious.

Woodstock's Smooth Organic Peanut Butter is USDA-certified organic, made with just organic peanuts and a pinch of salt—nothing more! It’s a creamy, natural spread free of added sugars, oils, or preservatives, offering a rich peanut flavor aswholesome as it gets.

$7 (was $8) at Walmart

Spread The Love NAKED Organic Peanut Butter, 16 oz.

Spread The Love is a small, family-run business that makes clean, nutritious, and delicious spreads with a focus on simple, high-quality ingredients while staying true to their vegan, non-GMO, and eco-conscious values.

Its NAKED Organic Peanut Butter is the purest of the pure—USDA-certified organic, made with just one ingredient: organic peanuts. It's palm oil-free, salt-free, and protein-packed.

One shopper wrote, "t really tastes like pure peanuts. The creaminess is what amazed me, it literally melts in you mouth."

$15 at Walmart
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Laura Scudder's Natural Smooth Peanut Butter, 16 oz.

Laura Scudder's is known for its no-fuss, natural peanut butter made from a short list of simple ingredients.

The company's Natural Smooth Peanut Butter is made with just two ingredients: roasted peanuts and salt. It's a great choice for those who prefer a more natural product, without unnecessary additives. The creamy texture and rich peanut flavor make it perfect for sandwiches, smoothies or enjoyed on its own.

"I've tried every brand in stores and nothing comes close to Laura Scudder's peanut butter. It's so simple but done so sowell. The flavor and texture is a million times better then what I've had before," a devoted customer wrote.

$8 at Walmart

Peanut Butter & Co Crunch Time, 16 oz.

Peanut Butter & Co is a NYC-based company on a mission to make peanut butter a lifestyle. They're committed to simple ingredients, and they’ve built a loyal fan base with their high-quality, natural peanut butter. Their focus is on creating delicious flavors without artificial ingredients.

If you like your peanut butter crunchy, Crunch Time Organic Peanut Butter is the textured blend for you. Made with roasted peanuts and a touch of salt, it’s a perfect mix of wholesome and indulgent.

"I eat this peanut butter by the spoonful and use it for running fuel on my marathons! I love all things Peanut Butter Co. I tell everyone about it and have gotten so many others hooked!" wrote a devotee.

$5.50 at Peanut Butter & Co

Spread The Love NAKED Organic Peanut Butter

Adams is a brand that keeps things simple by using only organic peanuts and a dash of salt in its natural peanut butters.

Its Natural Crunchy Organic Peanut Butter is USDA-certified organic and offers a satisfyingly crunchy texture with every bite. The dry-roasted organic peanuts bring out a deep, nutty flavor, perfect for adding to your PB and J or enjoying straight from the jar. This spread is as natural as it gets.

One shopper wrote, "Peanut butter is one of my favorite things but over the past few months I have changed my diet to lower my blood pressure. I can still have peanut butter now and i'm so grateful, no sodium at all and it still tastes great!"

$9 at Walmart
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