EatSeePeanut butter nutrition information
| Nutrient | Carbs 100 g | % RI* | 1 teaspoons (7 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 598 kcal2502 kJ | 30% | 42 kcal176 kJ |
| Fat | 51.4 g | 73% | 3.6 g |
| of which saturated fatty acids | 10.3 g | 52% | 0.7 g |
| Carbs | 17.3 g | 7% | 1.2 g |
| of which sugars | 10.5 g | 12% | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 5 g | - | 0.4 g |
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | 1.6 g |
| Salt | 1.07 g | 18% | 0.07 g |
| Water | 1.2 g | - | 0.1 g |
* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.
How many calories are in peanut butter?
Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoons7 g | 42 kcal | 1.6 g | 1.2 g | 3.6 g |
| Thinly spread on a slice10 g | 60 kcal | 2.2 g | 1.7 g | 5.1 g |
| 1 tablespoon16 g | 96 kcal | 3.6 g | 2.8 g | 8.2 g |
| 100 g | 598 kcal | 22.2 g | 17.3 g | 51.4 g |
Vitamins and minerals
Per 100 g, peanut butter contains the most vitamin B3 (82% RI), vitamin E (76%) and phosphorus (48%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% RI per 100 g.
| Nutrient | Carbs 100 g | % RI |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 558 mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 168 mg | 45% |
| Phosphorus | 335 mg | 48% |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg | 25% |
| Selenium | 4.1 µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.15 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.19 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 13.1 mg | 82% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.44 mg | 31% |
| Folate | 87 µg | 44% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1 mg | 76% |
How peanut butter compares with other foods
Peanut butter has more calories per 100 g than 82% of the nuts and seeds in our chart. Here are foods in the nuts, seeds and kernels category with similar calorie counts (kcal per 100 g):
- Pumpkin seeds559 kcal
- Roasted salted pistachios569 kcal
- Almonds579 kcal
- Shelled sunflower seeds584 kcal
- Roasted unsalted peanuts587 kcal
- Roasted salted peanuts587 kcal
- Peanut butter598 kcal
- Hazelnuts628 kcal
- Walnuts654 kcal
Peanut butter in meal plans
You’ll find this food in ready-made meal plans for 7 days, with recipes and a shopping list:
- 1200 kcal meal plan - day 7: celery with peanut butter and raisins
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Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Peanut butter, smooth style, with salt” (NDB 16098). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and may vary depending on the variety, size and preparation method. For packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes only and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: . How we create our calorie chart.