Autumn hit - peanut butter with pumpkin spice flavour!

Autumn is coming. The days are getting shorter, the workouts are harder and the craving for something good to warm the soul grows stronger. But how do you reconcile a sweet tooth with honestly earned form? We've found something that could be the answer. A seasonal hit - pumpkin spice-flavoured peanut butter. Forget dry rice with chicken and come see if this hype is worth it.

What the hell is it and what does it taste like?

Imagine classic peanut butter, but tuned up to a whole other level. The base is, of course, quality peanuts, which make up that creamy, addictive texture. But now comes the magic. White chocolate is added to give it sweetness, and most importantly, pumpkin seed oil and a blend of spices (cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg...).

The result? When you open the glass, the smell of Christmas and American pumpkin pie together hits your nose. It's incredibly creamy on the spoon and the taste is just bomb. It's not over-sweetened, but it'll satisfy anyone with a sweet tooth. It's a cross between a healthy treat and absolute flavor porn.

Key question: What about macros?

Well, taste is one thing, but we need to know the facts. Let's look at the ingredients and nutritional values, because this is where the bread breaks.

Per 100 grams, it works out roughly like this:

• Energy: about 617 kcal
• Fat: 47 g (of which 11 g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 29 g (of which sugars 20 g)
• Protein: 17 g
• Fibre: 4.7 g

What to take from this as an athlete?

1. Fats are your friend: 47 grams of fat may sound scary, but most of it comes from peanuts and pumpkin seed oil, which are healthy fats your body needs for proper hormone function and recovery.
2. Protein will please: 17 grams of protein per 100g isn't bad at all for something that tastes like dessert. It's not protein, but as a supplement to your overall protein intake it's great.
3. Watch out for sugar: 20 grams of sugar per 100g is not too little. It's a tax on that great taste thanks to the white chocolate. So this butter is not something you should eat in the evenings to put on pounds if you're on a strict diet. Think of it as a smarter cheat meal or reward.

How to fit it into your diet so that you don't just gain fat?

This butter is incredibly versatile. It's not just about eating it by the spoonful (although that's the way to go too). Here are some tips on how to use it smartly:

• Drained oatmeal: Morning oatmeal is a staple. Add a spoonful of this butter and you've got a gourmet treat to turn a boring breakfast into a filling morning and energy for your workout.
• Into a protein shake: Want a thicker, tastier shake after your workout? Throw in a scoop. You'll add healthy fats, a little extra protein and the taste will be divine.
• For rice sandwiches: A classic that never gets old. A rice krispie, a layer of butter, and a few banana slices on top. A quick pre-workout snack that's just right.
• Into cottage cheese or skyr: Evening cottage cheese is a necessary evil for many of us. Mix it with a teaspoon of pumpkin butter and you've got a high-protein dessert you can crave.
• When baking healthy treats: Making your own protein muffins or cookies? This butter will give them softness and incredible flavor.

Verdict: Buy or leave on the shelf?

If you're looking for 100% pure, sugar-free peanut butter, keep looking. This is something else. It's a premium treat that teeters on the line between health food and sweetness.

Who is it perfect for? Anyone who works hard, watches their diet, but doesn't want to deny themselves great taste. It's the perfect way to treat yourself to something special without feeling guilty that you've just eaten a bar of chocolate full of palm oil.

It's a great volume helper and the perfect reward in your diet, if you can time it right and factor it into your macros. It's definitely a thumbs up for us. Because even the journey to your goal deserves to be properly tasty sometimes.