Cookie, with peanut butter filling, chocolate-coated
Common food
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This is a decadent, chocolate-coated cookie with a rich peanut butter filling, offering a satisfying crunch from the shell and a creamy, sweet interior. Its taste is a classic combination of salty-sweet peanut butter and deep chocolate, with a dense, chewy texture. Nutritionally, it is very energy-dense, packing 562 kcal and over 35g of fat per 100g, making it a high-calorie indulgence.
Calorie split: 6% protein · 38% carbs · 57% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love this cookie for its irresistible combination of textures—the snap of the chocolate coating, the soft cookie, and the creamy filling—and the universally appealing salty-sweet flavor profile. It is a popular comfort food and a go-to treat for celebrations and casual snacking.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
With 30.9g of sugar and 52.9g of carbs per 100g, it can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and is not suitable for those managing diabetes or sugar intake. It is also a common allergen (peanuts, dairy, gluten) and very calorie-dense. To counteract this, practice strict portion control, pair it with a source of protein or fiber (like a handful of nuts or a piece of fruit) to slow sugar absorption, and avoid eating it on an empty stomach.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick, dense energy source from fats and carbohydrates.
- Contains some plant-based protein from the peanut butter filling.
- Offers a small amount of dietary fiber (3.5g per 100g).
- Can serve as a satisfying, high-calorie treat for active individuals.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The iconic 'buckeye' candy, which inspired many peanut butter-filled cookies, is named after the nut of the Ohio buckeye tree and is the official state candy of Ohio.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 1.8 g |
| Energy | 562 kcal |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 35.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 52.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 35.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.1 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 17.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 37.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 217 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 371 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.20 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.58 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 7.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.14 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate, total | 63.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 16.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 47.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 74.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 17.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.01 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 8.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 4.3 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.7 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 21.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 186 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 19.2 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.20 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 13.8 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 4.7 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.4 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 8.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.12 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 6.3 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 6.1 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.24 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Pie Crust, Cookie-type, Chocolate, Ready Crust — USDA does not publish this profile for Cookie.
| Tryptophan | 0.08 g |
| Threonine | 0.20 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.23 g |
| Leucine | 0.38 g |
| Lysine | 0.24 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.11 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.28 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.16 g |
| Valine | 0.32 g |
| Arginine | 0.29 g |
| Histidine | 0.11 g |
| Alanine | 0.24 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.45 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.24 g |
| Proline | 0.42 g |
| Serine | 0.26 g |
FAQ
Is this cookie a good source of protein?
It contains 8.1g of protein per 100g, which is moderate, but the high fat and sugar content mean it's not a balanced protein source. It's better enjoyed as an occasional treat.
How can I make this cookie healthier at home?
You can reduce sugar by using natural sweeteners like dates or applesauce, use dark chocolate with higher cacao content, and incorporate whole wheat flour or oat flour for more fiber.
Is this suitable for a vegan diet?
Most commercial versions contain dairy (in the chocolate or filling) and sometimes eggs. To make it vegan, use dairy-free chocolate and a plant-based peanut butter filling, and ensure the cookie dough is egg-free.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 5.62 kcal/g · 6% calories from protein · 3.5 g fiber · 30.9 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.71 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.