Chocolate peanut butter cups
Chocolate peanut butter cups with chopped peanuts are a classic confection consisting of a creamy peanut butter filling, often with crunchy chopped peanuts, encased in a chocolate shell. They are a popular American candy, famously commercialized by brands like Reese's, and are a staple in candy aisles and holiday treat bowls.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This treat is high in fat and sugar, providing a significant calorie boost in a small serving, typically around 200-250 calories per cup. It offers some protein from the peanuts but is primarily an indulgent source of energy rather than a balanced nutritional source.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 34 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 140 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 50 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
Per 3 pieces (63 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is a beloved American flavor pairing, often credited to H.B. Reese, a former dairy farmer who invented the candy in the 1920s. Nutritionally, the addition of chopped peanuts enhances the texture and adds a bit of fiber and healthy fats, making it a slightly more complex treat than a simple chocolate bar.
