Data last updated: April 2026

Butter vs Peanut Butter

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Butter 1
vs
8 Peanut Butter

Dairy & Eggs vs Nuts & Seeds

Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Butter Peanut Butter Better
Calories 717kcal 588kcal Peanut Butter
Protein 0.9g 25.1g Peanut Butter
Total Fat 81.1g 50.4g Peanut Butter
Carbohydrates 0.1g 20g Peanut Butter
Fiber 0g 6g Peanut Butter
Sugar 0.1g 9.2g Butter
Vitamin C 0mg 0mg Tie
Calcium 24mg 43mg Peanut Butter
Iron 0mg 1.7mg Peanut Butter
Potassium 24mg 649mg Peanut Butter

Macronutrient Breakdown

Butter

Protein: 0.9g Fat: 81.1g Carbs: 0.1g

Peanut Butter

Protein: 25.1g Fat: 50.4g Carbs: 20g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Butter vs Peanut Butter — Key Takeaway

Peanut Butter has 129 fewer calories per 100g than Butter, making it the lighter option. For protein, Peanut Butter leads with 25.1g per 100g. Peanut Butter is the better source of fiber at 6g per 100g.

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