Aa Grade Butter

Butter is a dairy product made from churning cream or milk. The churning process separates butterfat from buttermilk. "Aa Grade" typically refers to butter that meets specific quality standards for flavor, texture, and appearance.

Butter is primarily used as a fat and flavor enhancer in a wide variety of foods. Manufacturers add it to baked goods like cookies and cakes for richness and tenderness, and to savory items like popcorn and sauces for taste and mouthfeel.

Butter is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for general use in food. It is a source of saturated fat, and dietary guidelines recommend limiting saturated fat intake. JECFA has evaluated butter and set an acceptable daily intake. Evidence on the health effects of butter consumption at typical levels is mixed, with some studies linking high intake to increased risk of heart disease, while others suggest moderate consumption may not be harmful.