Calorie comparison
Mac And Cheese vs Peanuts
Per 100 grams, mac and cheese is the lighter choice by 403 calories, while peanuts 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 | Peanuts |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 567 |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 6.6 g | 49 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
🥜 Peanuts
1 oz (28 g)
159 cal
7.3 g protein · 4.5 g carbs · 13.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, mac and cheese or peanuts?
Per 100 g, mac and cheese has 164 calories and peanuts has 567. Mac And Cheese is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, mac and cheese or peanuts?
Mac And Cheese has 6.7 g of protein per 100 g; peanuts has 26 g. Peanuts wins on protein.
Is mac and cheese or peanuts 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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