Peanut Butter Cup

A Peanut Butter Cup is a classic American candy consisting of a chocolate shell filled with a sweet, creamy peanut butter center. It typically features milk chocolate and a mixture of roasted peanuts, sugar, and salt for the filling. This iconic treat was popularized by The Hershey Company in the mid-20th century.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This candy is very high in fat and sugar, with a single standard cup containing around 200-220 calories and providing a quick energy burst but minimal essential nutrients. Its primary nutritional contribution is from fats and carbohydrates.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	720 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	72 g
Fat	46 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	60 g
Sodium	360 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Magnesium	60 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Vitamin E	3 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Copper	0.4 mg

Per 1 cup (144 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The Peanut Butter Cup is a quintessential example of the American flavor combination of chocolate and peanut butter, which gained massive popularity post-World War II. Its simple, satisfying contrast of textures—smooth chocolate against a slightly gritty, salty-sweet filling—has made it a enduring candy staple.