Crackers, standard snack-type, sandwich, with peanut butter filling
Whole food · Baked Products
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A nostalgic, crunchy snack consisting of two crisp, often salted crackers sandwiching a sweet, creamy peanut butter filling. The texture is a satisfying contrast between the brittle, flaky cracker and the smooth, dense paste, delivering a classic sweet-and-salty flavor profile. Nutritionally, it is a calorie-dense energy source, providing a substantial 494 kcal per 100g, with a significant fat and carbohydrate content.
Calorie split: 9% protein · 47% carbs · 44% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love this snack for its perfect balance of salty and sweet, along with the satisfying crunch of the cracker against the creamy filling. It's a beloved, convenient treat often associated with childhood and quick, on-the-go energy.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar and fat content can lead to blood sugar spikes and is not ideal for those monitoring calorie or sugar intake. As a common allergen, it is unsafe for those with peanut allergies; to mitigate, opt for sunflower seed butter versions or pair with a protein source like Greek yogurt to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates and fats
- Offers a convenient, portable snack option
- Contains plant-based protein from peanut butter
- Offers a satisfying sweet and salty flavor combination
- No cooking or preparation required
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The commercial peanut butter cracker sandwich was popularized in the early 20th century as a shelf-stable, affordable lunchbox item, with brands like Lance and Nabisco becoming synonymous with the snack.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.9 g |
| Energy | 494 kcal |
| Energy | 2067 kj |
| Protein | 11.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 24.5 g |
| Ash | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 58.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g |
| Sucrose | 6.6 g |
| Glucose | 2.8 g |
| Fructose | 0.51 g |
| Lactose | 0.07 g |
| Maltose | 0.59 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 40.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 81.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.8 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 55.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 274 mg |
| Potassium, K | 215 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 801 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.32 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.78 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 10.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.49 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.27 mg |
| Niacin | 6.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.48 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.15 mg |
| Folate, total | 86.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 52.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 34.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 122 ug |
| Choline, total | 24.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.01 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1.0 ug |
| Retinol | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 4.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 10.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.16 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 7.5 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 2.1 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 9.5 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 42.8 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 4.8 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 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.0 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.2 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.19 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.39 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 13.5 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 13.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.21 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 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 |
| Phytosterols | 49.0 mg |
| Stigmasterol | 0.00 mg |
| Campesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Beta-sitosterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.13 g |
| Threonine | 0.35 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.40 g |
| Leucine | 0.76 g |
| Lysine | 0.34 g |
| Methionine | 0.17 g |
| Cystine | 0.19 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.58 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.41 g |
| Valine | 0.47 g |
| Arginine | 0.93 g |
| Histidine | 0.27 g |
| Alanine | 0.41 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.96 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.55 g |
| Proline | 0.89 g |
| Serine | 0.57 g |
FAQ
Are peanut butter crackers a good source of protein?
They provide a moderate amount of protein (about 11.5g per 100g), but they are not a primary protein source due to their high fat and carbohydrate content.
Can I eat these if I have a peanut allergy?
No, these contain peanut butter and are a major allergen. Always check labels for alternative fillings like sunflower seed butter.
How can I make them a healthier snack?
Pair them with a source of fiber or protein, like a piece of fruit or a hard-boiled egg, to help stabilize blood sugar levels and increase satiety.
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 4.94 kcal/g · 9% calories from protein · 2.3 g fiber · 10.5 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: 3.73 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.