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Honey Peanut Butter, 16 OZ
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Honey Peanut Butter, 16 OZ

Natural Way
Available at Whole Foods
180
Calories
7g
Protein
4g
Sugars
60mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
14
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this jar in the spreads aisle or smacked on a slice of toast at breakfast—it's a sweet, honey-flavored spin on classic peanut butter that can feel nostalgic and indulgent. The presence of powdered sugar (with anticaking cornstarch) and honey powder plus added oil suggests an industrially formulated spread made for smooth texture, sweetness and shelf stability, which points toward ultra-processed characteristics.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 TBSP.
Servings per Container: 14
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium60mg3%
Total Carbohydrate7g3%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars4g
Protein7g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

ROASTED, PEANUTS, POWDERED, SUGAR, (CANE, SUGAR,, CORNSTARCH), OLIVE, OIL, HONEY, POWDER, (SUGAR,, HONEY), SALT.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • olive oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients (powdered sugar with cornstarch, honey powder) and added oil and sugars in a formulated spread rather than being a single-ingredient food, indicating ultra-processed product characteristics.

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Common Questions about Honey Peanut Butter, 16 OZ

It really depends on what 'healthy' means to you! This Honey Peanut Butter is a solid source of protein with 7 grams per serving, making it a great option for a quick energy boost. It’s lower in sugar than many other spreads, but keep in mind that it’s not organic or free from all processed ingredients. So, if you're looking for a wholesome addition to your pantry, it fits the bill in moderation!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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$5.29
per package