How to store peanut butter?
By
Dr Fernanda Papa Spada (PhD)
Author bio
Dr Fernanda Papa Spada (PhD) is a Food Scientist with expertise in Food Technology, eggs, meat, fruits, vegetable, and volatile compounds. She writes and reviews content on these topics.
Dr Spada’s Highlights:
Research at the University of São Paulo
PhD in Food Science and Technology at the University of São Paulo/ Brazil and six-month visitor Recherche at Reading University/ United Kingdom.
Bachelor of Food Science at the University of São Paulo/ Brazil and a one-year scholarship at the Agrosup and Institute of Agronomic Research (INRA) Dijon/ France.
The most important qualities that could be presented are determination and persistence. I am always willing to learn and have new goals. I have abilities to work in group, and technical abilities in languages (French and English), and in many computational tools such as data analysis and bio-statistical advanced analysis.
Professional Experience:
Dr Spada is PhD in Food Science and Technology. I have a partnership with the “Flavor center”; at the University of Reading-UK specialising in analysis chromatography olfactometry (GCO) and technical aids for identifying volatile compounds (GCMS and SPE).
Dr Fernanda Spada did her interuniversity exchange graduation (Brazil/France) in Food Science at USP/ESALQ and the Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (INRA-Dijon). In mid-2010 she returned to USP / ESALQ in 2012 and completed her Master’s in food science and technology, focusing on products with reduced fat and high sensory acceptance from consumer groups at different ages.
Education:
2019 – 2022 Post-doctorate
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, FCF/USP, Brazil
Knowledge area: Science and Technology of the Food
2013 – 2017 Doctorate Food Science.
Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, ESALQ, Brazil
with Sandwich Doctorate in University of Reading
Title: Roasted jackfruit seed as a potential substitute for chocolate aroma: obtainment, composition, olfactometry, and application, Year of degree: 2017
2011 – 2013 Masters in Food Science.
Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, ESALQ, Brazil
Title: Reducing fat levels in mortadella bologna and its sensory influence on tasters of different ages, Year of Degree: 2013
2005 – 2010 Undergraduate in Food Science.
Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, ESALQ/USP, Brazil
Title: Analysis of the water-soluble fraction in human milk and its impact on infants’ taste preferences.
Relevant Published Work:
Articles Published in Scientific Journals
- SPADA, F. P.; LAZARINI, J. G.; BATISTA, P. S.; SARTORI, A. G. O.; SALIBA, A. S. M. C.; AMARAL, J. E. P. G.; PURGATTO, E.; ALENCAR, S. M.
Cocoa powder and fermented jackfruit seed flour: a comparative cell-based study on their potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities after simulated gastrointestinal digestion. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE. Impact factor (2021 JCR): 4,1250, v.xx, p.10.1002/jsfa.12, 2023.
Home page: [https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/jsfa.12568]
- SPADA, FERNANDA PAPA; DE ALENCAR, SEVERINO MATIAS; PURGATTO, EDUARDO
Comprehensive chocolate aroma characterization in beverages containing jackfruit seed flours and cocoa powder. Future Foods., v.6, p.100158, 2022.
Home page: [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666833522000466]
- GIOVANINI DE OLIVEIRA SARTORI, ALAN; PAPA SPADA, FERNANDA; PENA RIBEIRO, VICTOR; ROSALEN, PEDRO LUIZ; IKEGAKI, MASAHARU; KENUPP BASTOS, JAIRO; DE ALENCAR, SEVERINO MATIAS. An insight into the botanical origins of propolis from permanent preservation and reforestation areas of southern Brazil. Scientific Reports. Impact factor (2021 JCR): 4,9960, v.11, p.22043 (2021), 2021.
Home page: [https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-01709-1]
- SPADA, FERNANDA PAPA; BALAGIANNIS, DIMITRIOS P.; PURGATTO, EDUARDO; DO ALENCAR, SEVERINO MATIAS; CANNIATTI-BRAZACA, SOLANGE GUIDOLIN; PARKER, JANE K. Characterisation of the chocolate aroma in roast jackfruit seeds. FOOD CHEMISTRY. Impact factor (2021 JCR): 9,2310, v.354, p.129537, 2021.
Home page: [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0308814621005434]
- SPADA, F. P.; MANDRO, GABRIELA FERNANDA; DA MATTA, MANOEL DIVINO; CANNIATTI-BRAZACA, S. G. Functional properties and sensory aroma of roasted jackfruit seed flours compared to cocoa and commercial chocolate powder. Food Bioscience. Impact factor (2021 JCR): 5,3180, v.37, p.100683, 2020.
Home page: [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212429220310208]
- SPADA, F. P.; SILVA, P. P. M.; MANDRO, G. F.; MARGIOTTA, G. B.; SPOTO, M. H. F.; BRAZACA, S. G. C. Physicochemical characteristics and high sensory acceptability in cappuccinos made with jackfruit seeds replacing cocoa powder. PLoS One. Impact factor (2021 JCR): 3,7520, v.13, p.e0197654, 2018.
Home page: [https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0197654] or
[https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article/authors?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0197654]
- SPADA, FERNANDA PAPA; ZERBETO, LAIS MASSON; RAGAZI, GABRIEL BERNARDES CABREIRA; GUTIERREZ, ÉRIKA MARIA ROEL; DE SOUZA, MIRIAM COELHO; PARKER, JANE K.; CANNIATTI BRAZACA, SOLANGE GUIDOLIN. Optimization of Chocolate Aroma Production in Roasted Jackfruit Seeds. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY. Impact factor (2021 JCR): 5,8950, v.21, p.2017 – 1208, 2017.
Home page: [ http://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.jafc.6b04836]
- SELANI, M.; SHIRADO, G. A. N.; MARGIOTTA, G. B.; SPADA, F. P.; PIEDADE, S. M. S.; CASTILLO, C.J.C.; BRAZACA, S. G. C. Effects of pineapple byproduct and canola oil as fat replacers on physicochemical and sensory qualities of low-fat beef burger. Meat Science. Impact factor (2021 JCR): 7,0770, v.112, p.69 – 76, 2016.
Home page: [http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0309174015301157]
- SPADA, F. P.; SELANI, M.; COELHO, A.A.D.; SAVINO, V.J.M.; RODELLA, A. A.; SOUZA, M.C.; Fávia Salgado Fischer; LEMES, D. E. A.; Solange Guidolin Canniatti. Influence of natural and synthetic carotenoids on the color of egg yolk. SCIENTIA AGRICOLA. Impact factor (2015 JCR): 0,9540, v.73, p.234 – 242, 2016.
Home page: [https://doi.org/10.1590/0103-9016-2014-0337]
- SALDANA, E.; LEMOS, A. L. C.; SELANI, M.; SPADA, F. P.; ALMEIDA, M. A.; CASTILLO, C.J.C. Influence of animal fat substitution by vegetal fat on Mortadella-type products formulated with different hydrocolloids. SCIENTIA AGRICOLA. Impact factor (2015 JCR): 0,9540, v.72, p.495 – 503, 2015.
Home page:
[http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?pid=S0103-90162015000600495&script=sci_arttext]
Conference Papers:
- SPADA, FERNANDA PAPA; GIOVANINI DE OLIVEIRA SARTORI, ALAN; ALENCAR, S. M.; PURGATTO, EDUARDO. Brown propolis as an authentical functional ingredient to food industry, 2021. (Symposium, Presentations in Events). Additional references: Canada/English. Home page: http://www.pangbornsymposium.com/; Canada; Vancouver; Pangborn2021; Elsevier.
- SPADA, FERNANDA PAPA; SALIBA, A. S. M. C.; DE ALENCAR, SEVERINO MATIAS; PURGATTO, E. Evaluating the peculiar aroma of Syzygium malaccense, 2021. (Symposium,Presentations in Events). Additional references: China/English. Online; SenseAsia2021; Elsevier.
- SPADA, F. P.; BATISTA, P. S.; PURGATTO, E.; JACOMINO, A. P.; ALENCAR, S. M. Evaluating the peculiar aroma of Eugenia pyriformis Cambess, 2020. (Congress,Presentations in Events). Additional references: Holanda/English. Netherlands – Online; Netherlands; Evento: Eurosense; Elsevier.
- SPADA, F. P.; ALENCAR, S. M.; PURGATTO, E. Production of natural chocolate aroma by jackfruit seeds applied and their application in beverages, 2020. (Congress,Presentations in Events). Additional references: Holanda/English. Netherlands – Online; Netherlands; Eurosense; Elsevier.
- SPADA, FERNANDA PAPA. The use of jackfruit seeds as a chocolate aroma in food, beverages and make-be products., 2020. (Conference or lecture, Presentations in Events). Additional references: Great Britain/English. England; London; 29th World Conference on Food and Beverages; Food Tec Conferences.
- SPADA, F. P.; METHVEN, L.; Solange Guidolin Canniatti; PARKER, J. K. Jackfruit seed as a potential substitute for chocolate aroma, 2015. (Congress,Presentations in Events). Additional references: Great Britain /English. Home page: https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/news-events/events/2015/07/3rd-nursten-postgraduate-flavour-symposium/; Local: Newcastle; Newcastle; Evento: 3rd Nursten Postgraduate Flavour Symposium; Northumbria University.
Other References:
Reading University -SPADA 2017
https://centaur.reading.ac.uk/68248/1/FINAL%20Paper%20Jack%20I%20-22nd%20Jan%202017.pdf
Confectionery News – SPADA 2017
PubMed SPADA 2023 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36960787/
EUREKALERT – SPADA 2018 – https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/506333
LIVEKINDLY – SPADA 2018 – https://www.livekindly.com/chocolatey-aroma-jackfruit-seeds/
DAILY NEWS – SPADA 2018 – http://dailynews.lk/2018/11/05/tc/167435/jackfruit-seed-may-soon-be-substitute-cocoa?page=16
You can view some of Dr. Spada’s research, as well as links to her professional profile:
In this brief guide, we will answer the question “How to store peanut butter?” and discuss its shelf-life.
How to store peanut butter?
Peanut butter has a long shelf life when stored properly, despite the high fat content and presence of stabilizers and preservatives. To prevent spoilage, it is important to follow proper storage conditions (1).
These include storing peanut butter in a cool, dark, and dry place, although refrigeration can further extend its shelf life (1).
Peanut butter is typically packaged in jars or airtight containers to minimize environmental contamination and air exposure (2).
Closing the lid tightly after each use and using safe packaging can help prevent rancidity caused by air oxidation (3).
What is the shelf life of peanut butter?
Peanut butter has varying shelf lives depending on whether it’s opened or unopened.
Unopened commercial peanut butter typically lasts 6 to 9 months, while opened peanut butter is best consumed within 2 to 3 months (1).
Refrigeration extends the shelf life. Stabilizers and preservatives are added to some varieties to maintain freshness and prevent microbial growth (3).
Natural peanut butter, without these additives, requires refrigeration for a longer shelf life (1).
Why does oil in peanut butter separate?
Oil separation in peanut butter is a common issue faced by regular users. This natural process occurs due to the absence of stabilizers in peanut butter and should not be a cause for concern. The floating peanut oil on top is a natural occurrence.
While freezing peanut butter can extend its shelf life, there are potential downsides. Freezing may lead to oil separation, affecting the texture and taste of the peanut butter.
It’s worth noting that storing peanut butter in a cool, dry place can help preserve its freshness and quality (1 and 3).
What happens if you don´t store peanut butter correctly?
If you do not store peanut butter correctly, you increase the factors that lead to rancidity due to oxidation. Additionally, you increase the chances of microorganism proliferation, especially if it is not refrigerated (5).
To minimize these risks, it is important to follow strict hygiene practices and store peanut butter correctly.
Mycotoxins, including aflatoxins, can cause both immediate and long-term health problems. Prolonged exposure to these toxins can affect the immune system, growth, and the liver (6).
These include storing peanut butter in a cool, dark, and dry place, although refrigeration can further extend its shelf life (1).
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What are the health benefits of eating peanut butter?
Peanut butter offers several health benefits based on research studies.
1. Incorporating peanuts into the diet can positively impact lipid profiles, the risk of coronary heart disease, and antioxidant capacity (Suchoszek).
2. Frequent consumption of nuts and peanut butter is associated with lower LDL cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol, and total cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease (4).
3. Women who consume nuts or peanut butter also have a significantly lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes (4 and 5).
4. Peanut butter is an excellent source of protein and low in carbs, making it a nutritious choice (4 and 2).
5. Additionally, it is a source of vitamins and minerals (2).
Overall, peanut butter can be a valuable addition to a balanced diet, promoting cardiovascular health and providing cholesterol-lowering effects.
Conclusion
In this article, we have addressed the question, ‘How to store peanut butter?’ Storing peanut butter in a cool, dark, and dry place, although refrigeration can further extend its shelf life.
References
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4. Suchoszek-Łukaniuk K, Jaromin A, Korycińska M, Kozubek A. Chapter 103 – Health Benefits of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) Seeds and Peanut Oil Consumption. In: Preedy VR, Watson RR, Patel VBBT-N and S in H and DP, editors. San Diego: Academic Press; 2011. p. 873–80. Available from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780123756886101033.
5. Sithole TR, Ma Y-X, Qin Z, Wang X-D, Liu H-M. Peanut Butter Food Safety Concerns—Prevalence, Mitigation and Control of Salmonella spp., and Aflatoxins in Peanut Butter. Foods [Internet] 2022;11(13):1874. Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/foods11131874
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