Natural Creamy Peanut Butter

Natural peanut butter can separate; stir well before use. Refrigeration helps maintain freshness and slows oil separation.

Stir natural peanut butter thoroughly when oil separation occurs; it's completely normal.

Warm the jar slightly in a bowl of hot water to make stirring easier.

Use it in baking for moisture and a nutty flavor, or in savory sauces for a Thai-inspired taste.

Jelly or jam

Honey

Chocolate

Bananas

Bread or toast

Celery

Apples

Soy sauce (in savory dishes)

Assuming oil separation means the peanut butter has gone bad; simply stir it back in.

Not storing it properly, which can lead to faster spoilage or changes in texture.