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Peanut flour, defatted

Defatted peanut flour is a dry powder produced from peanuts after most of their oil has been removed and the remaining material has been milled. It is used in baking, sauces, drinks and protein-rich mixtures and is not nutritionally interchangeable with whole peanuts or peanut butter.

Nutrition per100 g
327kcal
1,370 kJ

DETAILED OVERVIEW

Nutrition facts

Macros

Protein52.2 g
100% RI*
Carbohydrates34.7 g
13% RI*
Fat0.6 g
1% RI*
Saturated fat0.1 g
0% RI*
Fibre15.8 g
63% RI*
Sugars8.2 g
9% RI*

Vitamins

Vitamin C0.0 mg
0% RI*
Vitamin E0.1 mg
0% RI*
Vitamin K0.0 µg
0% RI*
Vitamin B60.5 mg
36% RI*
Folate248.0 µg
100% RI*

Minerals

Calcium140.0 mg
18% RI*
Iron2.1 mg
15% RI*
Magnesium370.0 mg
99% RI*
Phosphorus760.0 mg
100% RI*
Potassium1,290.0 mg
65% RI*
Sodium180.0 mg
8% RI*

* Reference intake for an average adult. Values may vary by variety, producer and preparation.

GOOD TO KNOW

The whole story
behind peanut flour, defatted

Nutrition is rarely simply “good” or “bad”. Here is the balanced picture to help you decide what fits your diet.

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THE UPSIDE

Why it can be a great choice

  • Provides 52.2 g protein and 15.8 g fibre per 100 g.
  • Contains 0.55 g fat and 0.063 g saturated fat per 100 g after defatting.
  • Provides 248 micrograms folate, 370 mg magnesium, 760 mg phosphorus and 1,290 mg potassium per 100 g.
  • Its dry powdered form can add peanut flavour and protein to recipes without the same fat content as whole peanuts or peanut butter.
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THE DOWNSIDE

What to keep in mind

  • The values are for 100 g of dry flour; a tablespoon or a prepared drink uses much less, so direct portion comparisons with spreads can mislead.
  • Contains 180 mg sodium, equivalent to about 0.450 g salt per 100 g.
  • Peanut remains a major food allergen after defatting and milling and can cause severe reactions.
  • Removing most of the oil changes the flour’s composition, texture and cooking behaviour compared with whole peanuts.
  • Fine powder can disperse and contaminate utensils or surfaces easily, which matters in households or kitchens managing peanut allergy.
  • Degree of defatting, roasting, fineness and added ingredients vary by product, so the current package label supersedes this generic profile.