Peanut butter cracker sandwiches
Peanut butter cracker sandwiches are a simple, classic snack made by spreading creamy or crunchy peanut butter between two round, crisp butter crackers. They are a staple of American home kitchens, often packed in lunchboxes or enjoyed as a quick, no-prep treat. The combination relies on the salty, savory cracker and the rich, nutty spread for a satisfying contrast.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This snack is high in both fat and carbohydrates, providing a quick energy boost, while the peanut butter contributes a moderate amount of plant-based protein. A typical serving of two sandwiches contains roughly 200-250 calories, with key nutrients including niacin from the peanuts and some iron from the enriched flour in the crackers.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
| Zinc | 1.0 mg |
Per 4 sandwich crackers (about 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the ultimate in American convenience food and childhood nostalgia, often being a child's first 'cooking' project. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of a balanced snack pairing, combining the energy-dense fats and protein of peanuts with the quick-release carbohydrates of the cracker.
