Butter, salted
Dairy & EggsButter, salted, a dairy-derived spread rich in fat and fat-soluble vitamins.
About Butter, salted
Produced by churning cream until its fat globules coalesce, salted butter is almost entirely milk fat, at 81.1 grams per 100 grams, which drives its energy to 717 calories, among the highest of common foods. Saturated fat alone accounts for 51.4 grams, and cholesterol measures 215 milligrams. Protein and carbohydrate are trace at 0.85 and 0.06 grams, so fat supplies essentially all of its calories. Added salt raises sodium to 643 milligrams per 100 grams. The fat also carries fat-soluble vitamin A at 684 micrograms. Water makes up only 16.2 percent of butter, the residue of the cream from which it is separated.
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Nutritional Disclaimer
This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Nutritional values may vary based on preparation method, portion size, and product brand. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider or registered dietitian for personalized dietary advice.
Data sources: USDA FoodData Central, Korea MFDS, Japan MEXT.