Amish Peanut Butter Spread Recipe
If you’ve ever yearned for a treat that’s sweet, creamy, and downright nostalgic, meet Amish Peanut Butter Spread, lovingly known as Amish Church Spread. This no‑cook spread—made with peanut butter, marshmallow fluff, honey, and a splash of coffee or water—has been a staple at Amish Sunday gatherings for generations
I spent the morning and early afternoon with my friends Amy and Heather canning green beans at Amy’s parents’ house. What you need to know is that until eight or so years ago, Amy and her family were part of the Amish community. They left the church but did not move from their home. So, imagine this as your setting as you snap beans.
Yes, this was the view from their back deck.
Yes, those are horses. Yes, they are pulling a cultivator. Please don’t make us go back to this.
I know it is pretty as a picture, but please don’t make us revert all of our farming practices to 1850 methods.
Why You’ll Love This Spread
- Versatile indulgence: Serve it on soft homemade bread, with crackers, or use as a dip for fruit and pretzels.
- Ultra-easy prep: Mix everything—peanut butter, marshmallow fluff, honey, and coffee (or water)—in under 10 minutes. No cooking required.
- Classic nostalgia: A fixture at Amish church meals, this spread brings a taste of homey tradition to your table.
Did I mention there were four loaves of bread rising? And we couldn’t just live on bread alone. We had to have Amish Peanut Butter.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups marshmallow fluff (marshmallow cream)
- ⅓ to ½ cup honey
- ⅓ cup coffee or water (optional; can adjust for consistency)
How to Make Amish Peanut Butter
Amish Peanut Butter. A mixture of marshmallow cream, peanut butter, water and a little bit of brewed coffee. They told of how this is a mainstay in most Amish homes. On Sunday, the family that hosts church also provides a meal. This peanut butter was always served. Always. Maybe I could be Amish. Ok, maybe not because of that little laundry issue, but this stuff is good.
Did I mention bread? Can you imagine Amish peanut butter on homemade bread? I didn’t imagine, I gorged.
I know this is going to be in heaven. We ate two loaves of bread at lunch.
Bring a sweet piece of Amish tradition into your home with this simple, crowd-pleasing spread. Amish Peanut Butter is no ordinary condiment—it’s comfort, heritage, and indulgence in a jar. Perfect for brunch boards, cozy breakfasts, or anytime you want to add a touch of sweet soul to your morning routine.
Serving Ideas (And Storage Tips)
- On the table: Perfect on homemade breads—think freshly baked slices that soak in the creamy sweetness.
- As a snack dip: Great with crackers, apple slices, or pretzels—a real crowd‑pleaser.
- Storage: Keep it in a sealed container at room temperature or in the fridge. Stir before serving if separation happens.
Peanut Butter Recipes
Amish Peanut Butter
Ingredients
- 2 cups peanut butter
- 2 cups marshmallow fluff
- 1/3 -1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup coffee or water
Instructions
- In a sealable container, combine peanut butter, marshmallow fluff, honey and coffee or water.
- Stir or beat with a mixer till completely combined.
- Serve on bread or with crackers.
Nutrition
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I saw somewhere that you can use other nuts than peanuts for this butter spread…is it true? another was a way to make your own peanut butter or nut butter to use in the recipe
Fabulous recipe.
thank you for the wonderful idea!
Maybe I could be Amish. Ok, maybe not because of that little laundry issue, but this stuff is good. I laughed at this!! No, you could probably NOT be Amish. There's a whole lot more than baking bread and eating peanut butter, as you know. There's also that push-mower for the 2 acre yard! ๐ Our son has friends, 3 brothers, who are also ex-Amish. It must be so strange walking out of that lifestyle into ours.
Thanks for sending me to this post! I love it! We have a lot of Amish neighbors, and later in the season I'll post a bunch of photos of the neighborhood. I have never heard of Amish peanut butter. I can see why people like it! ๐
Your mom's canner looks just like my mom's canner, and she never knew if the gauge was accurate or not! all the time I was growing up, I was sure it was going to explode. ๐ Now I have a new one but still use a weighted pressure regulator so I don't need to be jumping up and adjusting the heat on the burner. It does all the work for me, keeping the pressure at an even 11 pounds.
Love your photos. Isn't it fun!! ๐ Happy canning. It's what I'll be doing tomorrow also!
Found your blog from Friday follow, I am your newest follower! Can I just tell you how amazing all of that looks! I was salivating yummy! Feel free to stop by if you get a chance.
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Some of my favorite memories growing up were snapping green beans on my grandma's front porch. She had a swing and the neighbor lady would come over and we would talk and somehow it never seemed like work at the time. Happy Canning!
Looks like you had tons of fun and some good eats too!
Btw- left you an award on my blog ;)http://www.goodenessgracious.com/2010/07/goode-friends-awards.html
I have to agree I would love to hear Amy's story if she is willing to share it.
I have never had Amish peanut butter but it sure looks like something I could become addicted to quite easily and I'm so jealous that you canned beans. My mother-in-law cans and I always ask her to teach me, but she has yet to volunteer. Maybe this will be my year. ๐
I love home grown green beans!
Thanks for the follow- I'm following you back.
Like your blog! congrats on the award!
Lil
This is very cool to see things done this way. Makes me feel like going there and living simply for awhile.
This is my favorite post of yours Leah. I love Amy and want to hear her story if she wants to share it…just a little of it. Pretty please. I love the canning insight and pictures. You inspired me (maybe) to can with my grandma's jars. And I want to make bread and Amish peanut butter. Ah I love this post. Thanks.
Katie the pretend pioneer prairie woman
I've never had Amish peanut butter! So cool.
And I'm totally intrigued by Amy's family. Why'd they leave the church? Was it a big deal? Was it hard to transition? Are there a lot who leave the church? I've got a ton of questions floating around in my head.
That peanut buttet look so good!
It all sounds delicious! I am a bit jealous! I left you an award (one of many, I am sure) over at my blog this morning.
I canned my first batch of beans for the season yesterday too! I only had enough to do 4 quarts…I'm waiting on the rest of my beans to mature (and the rain to slow down). They do taste wonderful though come those cold, cold days in Iowa.
That peanut butter looks amazing! I L.O.V.E. peanut butter, and would probably gorge myself too.
I love the Amish pb, too….it's a condiment staple (along with apple butter) on my fave little Amish restaurant here. ๐