Pretzels, hard, peanut butter filled
Common food
A crunchy, salty pretzel tube with a smooth, creamy peanut butter center, offering a satisfying textural contrast. Each 100g provides a substantial 14g of plant-based protein and 60g of carbs for sustained energy. The combination makes it a more filling and nutritionally balanced snack than many sweet alternatives.
Calorie split: 12% protein · 52% carbs · 36% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore the perfect marriage of salty, crunchy pretzel and sweet, creamy peanut butter. It's a nostalgic, satisfying treat that feels more substantial than a typical candy bar.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The combination of refined carbs and added sugar can cause blood-sugar spikes, and it's often high in sodium. As a peanut product, it is a common allergen. To counteract, pair a small portion with a piece of fruit or a glass of water, and always check labels for lower-sodium options if concerned.
Key benefits
- Good source of plant-based protein (14g per 100g).
- Provides quick and sustained energy from complex carbs and fats.
- Convenient, shelf-stable, and portable snack.
- Offers a satisfying sweet-salty flavor profile.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The modern peanut butter and pretzel combination is largely an American invention, popularized in the mid-20th century by brands like Flipz and Snyder's of Hanover.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.5 g |
| Energy | 454 kcal |
| Protein | 14.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 19.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 60.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 34.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 3.6 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 75.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 196 mg |
| Potassium, K | 333 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1039 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.24 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 4.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.4 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.33 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.28 mg |
| Niacin | 7.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.20 mg |
| Folate, total | 142 ug |
| Folic acid | 58.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 84.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 184 ug |
| Choline, total | 40.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 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 | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 3.3 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.7 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.8 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.76 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 9.1 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 8.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.20 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 5.0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.9 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 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 Snacks, pretzels, hard, confectioner's coating, chocolate-flavor — USDA does not publish this profile for Pretzels.
| Tryptophan | 0.10 g |
| Threonine | 0.25 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.53 g |
| Lysine | 0.25 g |
| Methionine | 0.13 g |
| Cystine | 0.15 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.36 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.23 g |
| Valine | 0.33 g |
| Arginine | 0.31 g |
| Histidine | 0.16 g |
| Alanine | 0.27 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.42 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.27 g |
| Proline | 0.74 g |
| Serine | 0.36 g |
FAQ
Are peanut butter pretzels a good source of protein?
Yes, they are a good source, providing about 14 grams of protein per 100 grams, which is significant for a snack food.
How does the nutrition compare to regular pretzels?
The peanut butter filling adds substantial protein and healthy fats, making them more satiating than plain pretzels, but also increases the calorie and fat content.
Can I eat these on a low-carb diet?
Generally no. With over 60 grams of carbohydrates per 100 grams, they are a high-carb food and not suitable for strict low-carb or ketogenic diets.
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 4.54 kcal/g · 12% calories from protein · 3.9 g fiber · 5.0 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: 3.12 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.