For most of us, peanut butter needs no introduction. This favorite slather-on-everything staple has been a go-to for runners and non-runners alike as a satisfying source of calories. These days ...

Price: $8.99-$13.99 You could very well slap Eliot's Adult Nut Butters on a piece of bread with jelly for a more sophisticated PB&J—or just take a spoon straight to the jar.

Peanut butter is a protein-packed spread popular around the world. It's made of ground peanuts—often roasted first—blended into a thick paste. The final product contains a range of nutrients ...

According to myplate.gov, the general recommended daily intake of protein is 5-6 ounces for adults. One tablespoon of peanut butter or ½ ounce of nuts equals one ounce for this daily intake.

Protein: Both nut butters are very high in protein. However, peanut butter has a slight edge, around 7 to 8 grams per serving, compared to 6 to 7 grams in almond butter.

Try some of these peanut butters and other tasty spreads that will satisfy both sweet and savory palates. Nutella is great, but it’s not the only delicious treat you can slather on bread.

Nutritionally, both almond butter and peanut butter have similar amounts of calories, protein, carbohydrates, potassium, and zinc per serving. But beyond that, there's a clear winner.