Who Invented Peanut Butter
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Peanut butter has been a favorite spread for generations and a staple of many childhoods. But who exactly invented peanut butter?
The true inventor of peanut butter was Canadian Marcellus Gilmore Edson. In 1884 Edson was granted a patent for a “Process of Making Nut Meal”, which was essentially roasted and ground peanuts pressed into a “cake” or “loaf” that could then be ground into a paste. Edson’s patent was for the machine used for producing it, not for the product itself.
While Edson invented the first peanut butter making machine, it was not until the early 20th century that the spread gained traction as an American food staple. According to historians, a man named George Bayle began mass producing peanut butter in the late 1890s. He advertised it as a health food, claiming that his product “strengthened and built up those who used it.” Eventually, other brands appeared on the market.
Peanut butter first became associated with the name “Jif” in the 1950s. Trademarked by The Procter & Gamble Company, Jif began to skyrocket in popularity and soon became America’s best-selling brand of peanut butter.
Today, peanut butter is a household staple and is enjoyed worldwide. It’s a fun snack to eat and an easy way to get some protein in your diet. So next time you enjoy a honey-roasted or chunky peanut butter sandwich, be sure to thank Marcellus Gilmore Edson for his invention!