Peanut butter calories and protein per tablespoon
2 tbsp of peanut butter (32 g) has about 191 kcal and 7.1 g protein. Per 100 g, unsalted smooth peanut butter has 598 kcal and 22.2 g protein.
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Nutrition per 100 g and per serving
| Serving | Grams | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) | Fibre (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt (USDA FDC 172470)Per 100 g, as published | 100 g | 598 | 22.2 | 22.3 | 51.4 | 5 |
| 2 tbsp of peanut butterUSDA portion: 2 tbsp | 32 g | 191 | 7.1 | 7.1 | 16.4 | 1.6 |
| 1 tbsp of peanut butterAssumed weight | 16 g (assumed) | 96 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 8.2 | 0.8 |
Per 100 g values: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, fdcId 172470: Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt. Carbohydrate is total carbohydrate by difference, so it includes the fibre shown.
For gym-goers
Peanut butter gives 3.7 g protein per 100 kcal.
By protein per 100 g, peanut butter ranks #7 of 38 foods on these pages.
Foods on these pages with more protein per 100 kcal:
About Peanut butter
Peanut butter is roasted peanuts ground to a paste, spread on toast, blended into shakes or eaten by the spoon.
- The row is unsalted smooth peanut butter; sweetened brands with added sugar or oil differ.
- One tablespoon is half of USDA's two-tablespoon portion, stated here as an assumption.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 2 tbsp of peanut butter?
2 tbsp of peanut butter (32 g) has about 191 kcal, 7.1 g protein, 16.4 g fat and 7.1 g carbohydrate.
How much protein is in 100 g of peanut butter?
100 g of unsalted smooth peanut butter has about 22.2 g protein and 598 kcal, with 51.4 g fat and 22.3 g carbohydrate.
Is peanut butter high in protein compared with other foods here?
By protein per 100 g, peanut butter ranks #7 of 38 foods on these pages, with 22.2 g per 100 g. That is 3.7 g protein per 100 kcal.
Is crunchy peanut butter different?
Crunchy versions contain the same peanuts with chopped pieces left in; values are close, but check the label for added sugar or oil.
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Sources
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central (Public domain (CC0 1.0)).
Nutrition values are general reference data, not medical or dietary advice. Check with a doctor or dietitian for your own needs.