Calorie comparison
Peanut Butter vs Pecans
Per 100 grams, peanut butter is the lighter choice by 103 calories, while peanut butter delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Peanut Butter | Pecans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 588 | 691 |
| Protein | 25 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 72 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥜 Peanut Butter
2 tbsp (32 g)
188 cal
8 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 16 g fat
🌰 Pecans
1 oz (28 g)
193 cal
2.5 g protein · 3.9 g carbs · 20.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, peanut butter or pecans?
Per 100 g, peanut butter has 588 calories and pecans has 691. Peanut Butter is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, peanut butter or pecans?
Peanut Butter has 25 g of protein per 100 g; pecans has 9 g. Peanut Butter wins on protein.
Is peanut butter or pecans better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward peanut butter — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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