USDA Survey

Cashew butter

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2707536, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

609
Calorieshigh density
12.1g
Proteinhigh · 24% DV
30.3g
Carbsgood source · 11% DV
53.0g
Fathigh · 68% DV
609 calories per 100g

Cashew butter contains 609 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 12.1g of protein, 53.0g of fat, and 30.3g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the USDA Survey database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 56% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Cashew butter carries 12.1g of protein per 100g, more than 56% of USDA whole foods.

12.1g
protein per 100g
Top 44%
protein vs USDA whole foods
609
calories per 100g
3.0g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

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Cashew butter contains 609 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 12.1g of protein, 53.0g of fat, and 30.3g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 3.0g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Cashew butter is catalogued there as FDC ID 2707536, a usda survey entry. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC USDA Survey program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

Compare it against 6 nutritionally similar items in Nearby Foods below.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Cashew butter is a fat-rich food; consider portion sizes if monitoring caloric intake.

At 11% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Notable micronutrients include Iron, Fe (27% DV).

Allergen indicators

Our text scan flagged these FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicators in this product's name and brand description:

  • Milk
  • Tree Nuts

Always verify with the physical package label. Our detection is a keyword scan over USDA-published product names and brand text, it is conservative-positive (flags likely allergens) but cannot guarantee completeness or accuracy. Manufacturers may reformulate without notice; consumers with anaphylaxis-risk allergies must rely on the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the package itself.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 609 % Daily Value* Total Fat 53g 68% Saturated Fat 11g 53% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 295mg 13% Total Carbohydrate 30g 11% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 9g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 12g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 61mg 5% Iron 5mg 27% Potassium 447mg 10% * 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.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

609
Calories per 100g

609 kcal = 30% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%30of 2,000 kcal
609 kcal = 30% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 12.1gF: 53.0gC: 30.3g
12.1g
Protein
24% DV
53.0g
Total Fat
68% DV
30.3g
Carbs
11% DV
3.0g
Fiber
11% DV
9.1g
Sugar
no FDA DV
295mg
Sodium
13% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where Cashew butter ranks on protein

Its 12.1g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Cashew butter vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

12 Top 44% higher than 56% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). Below this entry. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). This entry sits in this band. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 30.3 G
11%
Energy 609 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 3.0 G
11%
Protein 12.1 G
24%
Total Sugars 9.1 G
Total lipid (fat) 53.0 G
68%
Alcohol, ethyl 0.00 G
Caffeine 0 MG
Theobromine 0 MG
Water 2.3 G

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Choline, total 48 MG
Folate, DFE 55.0 UG
Folate, food 55.0 UG
Folate, total 55.0 UG
Folic acid 0.0 UG
Niacin 1 MG
Riboflavin 0 MG
Thiamin 0 MG
Vitamin B-12 0.0 UG
Vitamin B-12, added 0.0 UG
Vitamin B-6 0 MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 0 MG
Vitamin E, added 0 MG
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) 30.3 UG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 61 MG
5%
Iron, Fe 5 MG
27%
Potassium, K 447 MG
10%
Sodium, Na 295 MG
13%
Carotene, alpha 0.0 UG
Carotene, beta 0.0 UG
Copper, Cu 2 MG
Cryptoxanthin, beta 0.0 UG
Lycopene 0.0 UG
Magnesium, Mg 206 MG
Phosphorus, P 388 MG
Retinol 0.0 UG
Selenium, Se 9.3 UG
Vitamin A, RAE 0.0 UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0.0 UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) 5 MG
Zinc, Zn 4 MG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 0 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 10.6 G
53%
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 26.7 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 13.4 G
MUFA 16:1 0.25 G
MUFA 18:1 26.3 G
MUFA 20:1 0.11 G
MUFA 22:1 0.00 G
PUFA 18:2 13.2 G
PUFA 18:3 0.16 G
PUFA 18:4 0.00 G
PUFA 20:4 0.00 G
PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) 0.00 G
SFA 10:0 0.12 G
SFA 12:0 0.69 G
SFA 14:0 0.33 G
SFA 16:0 5.2 G
SFA 18:0 3.8 G
SFA 4:0 0.00 G
SFA 6:0 0.00 G
SFA 8:0 0.12 G

Other

Nutrient Amount % DV
Lutein + zeaxanthin 18.0 UG

Key takeaways

  • Cashew butter delivers 12.1g of protein per 100g, more than 56% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 609 calories per 100g.
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 27% of the Daily Value per 100g.

Nearby Foods

Foods in the same category with similar calorie content, useful for swaps, substitutions, and side-by-side comparison.

Nuts, NFS

Survey
610 cal
P: 19.6gF: 53.8gC: 20.9g

Mixed nuts, NFS

Survey
610 cal
P: 19.6gF: 53.8gC: 20.9g

Mixed nuts, with peanuts, salted

Survey
610 cal
P: 19.6gF: 53.8gC: 20.9g

Almonds, unsalted

Survey
607 cal
P: 20.3gF: 54.0gC: 20.4g

Mixed nuts, with peanuts, lightly salted

Survey
612 cal
P: 19.7gF: 54.0gC: 21.0g

Almonds, lightly salted

Survey
604 cal
P: 20.2gF: 53.7gC: 20.3g

→ Compare Cashew butter side-by-side with Nuts and Mixed nuts

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Cashew butter? ▼
Cashew butter contains 609 calories per 100g. It has 12.1g of protein, 53.0g of fat, and 30.3g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Cashew butter? ▼
Per 100g, Cashew butter has 12.1g protein (8% of calories), 53.0g fat, and 30.3g carbs. Fiber: 3.0g. Sugar: 9.1g.
How much sodium is in Cashew butter? ▼
Cashew butter contains 295mg of sodium per 100g, which is 13% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Cashew butter high in fiber? ▼
Cashew butter contains 3.0g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 11% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Cashew butter keto-friendly? ▼
Cashew butter has 30.3g of carbs per 100g (20% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Cashew butter good for a diet? ▼
Cashew butter has 609 calories per 100g. Fat content: 53.0g.
What vitamins and minerals are in Cashew butter? ▼
Cashew butter is notably rich in Iron, Fe (27% DV). Daily-value percentages are computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis as published in FoodData Central.
How does Cashew butter compare to other foods? ▼
Cashew butter provides 609 calories and 12.1g protein per 100g. That is 50 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2707536) — USDA Survey database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

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