Calorie comparison
Mac And Cheese vs Peanut Butter
Per 100 grams, mac and cheese is the lighter choice by 424 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 | Mac And Cheese | Peanut Butter |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 588 |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 6.6 g | 50 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
🧀 Mac And Cheese
1 cup (198 g)
325 cal
13.3 g protein · 39.6 g carbs · 13.1 g fat
🥜 Peanut Butter
2 tbsp (32 g)
188 cal
8 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 16 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, mac and cheese or peanut butter?
Per 100 g, mac and cheese has 164 calories and peanut butter has 588. Mac And Cheese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, mac and cheese or peanut butter?
Mac And Cheese has 6.7 g of protein per 100 g; peanut butter has 25 g. Peanut Butter wins on protein.
Is mac and cheese or peanut butter 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 mac and cheese — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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