Peanut Butter Board (Like a Butter Board)

This Peanut Butter Board is the ultimate shareable breakfast to get your whole family’s day started off right. It’s highly customizable and packed with protein, healthy fats, and nutrients to keep you satisfied all morning long!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Lately, I am obsessed with boards! From cream cheese boards to whipped feta boards and everything in between. They’re so easy to customize for snacks and even perfect for making mealtime fun! Typically, I love starting my mornings with a blast of something fresh and fruity like my strawberry protein shake and my banana peanut butter overnight oats. However, on these cooler mornings, I’ve been switching things up and enjoying my easy low carb keto breakfast casserole with sausage, but exploring healthy breakfast options is the best way to avoid burnout so I’ve been whipping up even more ideas in the kitchen.

When I saw the butter board trend exploding on TikTok, I knew I HAD to throw my hat in the ring and put together a nutritious, protein-rich creation that you and your whole family can enjoy. Charcuterie boards make some of the best healthy snacks and all of the creative spins inspired me to make this delicious recipe. It’s quick to put together, has simple ingredients, and it works perfectly for satisfying a small crowd at breakfast time. So, with my favorite homemade caramel vanilla iced coffee in hand, I can put together this delicious peanut butter board in no time!

A beautifully plated dish can take even the simplest of meals and make them feel so special. I LOVE this peanut butter board for that exact reason. This peanut butter board is great for those who serve a variety of food preferences. It can be tailored to cater to low carb, high protein, vegan using my single serving vegan protein waffles, and even allergy friendly if you swap the peanut butter for sun butter.

The nut butter choices and toppings are completely up to you so use my recipe as a guide to let your own creativity soar with the flavors that speak to you.

Ingredients

1-1/4 cup creamy natural peanut butter (no added oils or sugars)
1-2 tablespoon maple syrup (depending on how sweet you’d like it)
1 banana, sliced
1/4 cup strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup fresh blueberries
1/4 cup store-bought or homemade granola
Whipped coconut topping, for garnish (see Tips, Tricks, and FAQ)
Sliced apple, halved strawberries, and banana, for serving
Whole wheat frozen waffles, cut into quarters, for serving

Directions

Spread the peanut butter in a thin, even layer on a marble or wooden serving board, leaving room around the edges to place your dippers. Using the back of a spoon, swirl the peanut butter to create nooks and crannies for the toppings to sit.
Drizzle the peanut butter with maple syrup and sprinkle evenly with granola.
Top with banana slices, strawberries, and blueberries.
Garnish with dollops of coconut cream whipped topping. Place halved strawberries, sliced apple, and whole grain waffles quarters around the edges of the board.

Tips & Tricks

A natural peanut butter, without added sugars or oils is the healthiest choice. Natural peanut butter tends to be runnier in consistency but there are a couple of things you can do to stop it from getting messy. Make sure to leave enough space between the peanut butter and the edge of the board to prevent the peanut butter from running over the edges. You can also place the peanut butter in the fridge to chill for at least one hour so it can firm up and become more spreadable.
Serve this peanut butter board with whole wheat frozen waffles cut into quarters, sliced bagel pieces, or sliced fruit such as bosc pears or apples for dipping. Use a variety of sliced fresh fruits alongside crunchy toppings such as unsweetened coconut chips, protein granola, or roasted nuts for texture.
To add variation to the board, section it off with popular flavor combinations. In one area, you can add nuts and chopped banana chips, and in another section, you can sprinkle on some freeze-dried strawberries, coconut, and cacao nibs. This is where you can really get creative!
For a high-protein boost: use protein waffles and add dollops of plain greek yogurt for dipping around the board.
For the carb conscious: Use grain free low carb keto granola or a variety of chopped nuts.
Don’t be afraid to use a pinch of flaky sea salt or a sprinkle of ground cinnamon to add even more depth of flavor!

FAQ

Which is the best type of peanut butter to use for a peanut butter board?

For this board, you’ll want to use natural peanut butter. The ingredient label will list only peanuts and not additional ingredients like sugar or oil. Natural peanut butter tends to be thinner and runnier than your typical Skippy. In natural peanut butter, you’ll often find that the natural oil separates from the peanut butter in the jar. Before preparing your board, be sure to stir it well and mix the layers back together. Then, put the peanut butter in the fridge before it’s time to make the board. This will prevent the layers from separating again and the peanut butter will firm up to a spreadable consistency.

Are peanut butter boards healthy?

It depends on your toppings, but they can be a great healthy option! Peanut butter is loaded with protein and can feel like such a treat. You’ll want to choose healthy toppings like fresh fruit, and natural sweeteners like maple syrup and nuts for a boost of fat and protein. Just be sure to use roasted nuts, they’ll be crunchier and more enjoyable. The dippers also really set the tone for the board. High-protein waffles, whole-grain toast pieces, pretzels, and fruit are great options for a healthier peanut butter board.

Is peanut butter keto friendly?

Peanut butter can be a part of a keto diet because it contains a high amount of fat and a low amount of carbs. Some people who follow a keto diet choose not to eat peanut butter because it is a legume and opt for other kinds of nut butter instead. Really, it’s up to you to decide if peanut butter makes sense for your personal diet. If you’re counting carbs, just be sure to keep track of how much of this peanut butter board you enjoy because the peanut butter, toppings, and dippers you choose all have carbs that can add up quickly.

What can I replace peanut butter with?

Any nut butter will be a delicious replacement. Pecan butter, almond butter, walnut butter, cashew butter, and macadamia nut butter are all full of protein and flavor. Just like with peanut butter, look for natural options in these types of nut butters and avoid added sugars. Nuts naturally have some sugar, but you can check the ingredients list to make sure only the nut is listed. Sometimes you may also see salt as an added ingredient, which is great for flavor. For a nut-free option, you can use sunbutter, which is made from ground sunflower seeds and can usually be found in the peanut butter aisle.

Can you Prepare a Peanut Butter Board Ahead?

This peanut butter board comes together quickly, but if you want to go ahead and prepare the board ahead of time, simply spread the peanut butter on the board and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to put the rest together. If you’re also cutting up apples or pears ahead of time, spritz them with a little lemon juice to keep them from browning and store them in a zip-lock bag or container. Then, right before serving, sprinkle the peanut butter with fruit, nuts, granola, coconut whipped cream, and whatever else you have that goes great with peanut butter. Add the sliced fruit to the side of the board alongside freshly toasted waffles.

How to store leftovers?

This peanut butter board is best enjoyed immediately. Depending on the toppings you use, the leftovers may not store well because of all the mixing and dipping. Sliced fruits may soften and turn brown if simply placed in the fridge. You may be able to store leftovers if you remove the fruit and any dairy toppings. Cover the board in plastic wrap and put it in the fridge for up to 1 additional day for the best freshness. If you used mostly nuts or crunchy toppings, you can scrape them into a bowl and mix them up. Refrigerate that bowl and pull it out to enjoy the goodness inside spread on waffles or toast, just as you would a loaded nut butter.