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Energy-dense peanut butter and chocolate bar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate-covered peanut butter bar (45 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.8 g of carbs, 6.4 g of protein, 14.3 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
234
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
21.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
6.4g
· 13% DV
Fat
14.3g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 11% · Fat 53%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 234 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.3 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.86 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 97 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 45 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 80 g | 416 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 468 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
You can make a chocolate-covered peanut butter bar without baking. Mix peanut butter with ingredients that help it hold together, press the mixture into a lined pan, chill it, then pour melted chocolate over it and let the coating set.
A chocolate-covered peanut butter bar has a peanut butter-based center and a chocolate coating. Depending on the recipe, the center may also include sugar, oats, or crushed biscuits to sweeten it or give it a firmer texture.
Thick, smooth peanut butter works best in a chocolate-covered peanut butter bar because it helps the filling hold its shape. If oil has separated in the jar, stir it in thoroughly; runny peanut butter can make the bars too soft.
The chocolate coating can crack if it is poorly tempered or if the chilled filling is much colder than the melted chocolate. Let the filling lose some of its chill before coating, and melt the chocolate gently to help it set evenly.
Yes, refrigerate a chocolate-covered peanut butter bar, especially in a warm room. Keep it in an airtight container so the chocolate stays firm and the bar does not absorb other food odors.
A homemade chocolate-covered peanut butter bar usually keeps for one to two weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If the recipe includes fresh or perishable ingredients, eat the bars sooner.
Yes, a chocolate-covered peanut butter bar freezes well. Freeze the pieces separately on a tray before packing them in an airtight container; thaw them in the refrigerator to reduce condensation on the chocolate.
Yes, dark chocolate works well on a chocolate-covered peanut butter bar. Its more intense, less sweet flavor balances the rich peanut butter center, and gentle melting helps create a smooth coating.
Wrap each chocolate-covered peanut butter bar separately or place parchment between the pieces. Keep them cool during storage and transport, since softened chocolate can make the bars stick to each other or their wrapper.
A chocolate-covered peanut butter bar is an energy-dense sweet, not a substitute for a balanced meal. Peanut butter contributes some protein and fiber, but the chocolate and sweetened filling make it best treated as an occasional dessert.
Vitamins
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
Vitamin E
2.3mg · 15% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
142mg · 20% DV
Magnesium
64mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
200mg · 6% DV
Sodium
97mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 234 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Chocolate-covered peanut butter bar pairs a sweet chocolate coating with a dense filling made from peanut butter, often with a little salt for contrast. It is a snack bar rather than a traditional dish, and may be bought ready-made or made at home. The centre is typically smooth and rich, while the coating sets into a firmer layer; some versions include peanut pieces for crunch.
It works as a small sweet after a meal, with coffee or tea, or as a portable snack. Peanut butter and chocolate make it energy-dense, with 31.8 g of fat per 100 g. If you want a lighter snack, have part of a bar and pair it with fresh fruit or an unsweetened drink.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 401:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (401:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.