Creamy natural-style peanut butter

Creamy natural-style peanut butter

588 kcal per 100 g

Category: Nuts

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 588 kcal
Protein 25g
Carbohydrates 20g
Sugars 9g
Total fats 50g
Saturated fats 10g
Trans Fat 0g
Fiber 6g
Sodium 17mg
Cholesterol 0mg

Vitamins and minerals

Calcium 43mg
Folate 88mcg
Iron 1.9mg
Potassium 705mg
Vitamin E 8.3mg

Description

Natural-style creamy peanut butter is a paste made from ground peanuts that maintains a smooth and homogeneous texture, ideal for spreading and mixing in various culinary preparations. Unlike processed versions with added sugars or preservatives, this natural variant stands out for preserving the authentic flavor and nutritional profile of peanuts.

Originating in North America, peanut butter is a traditional ingredient in American cuisine, although its popularity has spread worldwide as a practical source of plant-based protein and healthy fats.

Among its main nutritional properties are a high content of protein, unsaturated fats beneficial for cardiovascular health, dietary fiber, B-complex vitamins, and minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus.

In different regions of Latin America, creamy peanut butter may also be known as crema de maní, crema de cacahuate, or simply manteca de maní. Its use in recipes varies from desserts and salad dressings to savory dishes and energy snacks.