Peanut Butter Cup Cookie

A Peanut Butter Cup Cookie is a rich, indulgent dessert that combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, typically featuring a soft, chewy peanut butter cookie base with a chocolate peanut butter cup baked into the center or mixed into the dough. Originating in the United States, it's a popular homemade treat and bakery item, often associated with comfort food and nostalgic snacking.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cookie is high in fat and carbohydrates, primarily from peanut butter, sugar, and chocolate, with a moderate amount of protein from the peanuts. A single serving (about one medium cookie) can range from 200 to 300 calories, providing quick energy but limited essential vitamins or minerals.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	110 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Zinc	0.8 mg
Vitamin E	2 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Folate	15 mcg

Per 1 cookie (approx. 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a beloved American fusion of two iconic snacks—peanut butter and chocolate—often enjoyed during casual gatherings or as a nostalgic comfort food. Nutritionally, while it offers some plant-based protein from peanuts, its high calorie and sugar content makes it an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple.