Ingredient

And Butter

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Butter is used as a spread, a cooking fat, and an ingredient in baking …

What it is

Butter is a dairy product made from churning fresh or fermented cream or milk. The process separates butterfat from buttermilk. It is primarily composed of fat, with smaller amounts of water and milk solids.

Why it's used

Butter is used as a spread, a cooking fat, and an ingredient in baking and sauces. Its rich flavor and creamy texture enhance many foods, from toast and pastries to savory dishes.

Health notes

Butter is a source of saturated fat. The FDA considers butter to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). Major health organizations recommend limiting saturated fat intake as part of a healthy diet. JECFA has evaluated butter and set an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Butter is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing And Butter

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Frito-Lay Company Potato Chips, Cappuccino Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 57.1Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Gravy, Beef, Beef Gravy Mix 40kcal 1.6Protein 0.8Fat 6.5Carbs Hebert Confections, LLC Milk Chocolate, Salty Sea Shore Caramel Chocolate High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 475kcal 4.9Protein 26.2Fat 62.3Carbs Hebert Confections, LLC Milk Chocolate, Salty Sea Shore Caramel Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 433kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 60Carbs McCormick & Company, Inc. Italian Parmesan Chicken Oven Bake Sauce, Italian Parmesan Chicken Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 79kcal 2.6Protein 0Fat 15.8Carbs McCormick & Company, Inc. Herb Roasted Chicken Oven Bake Sauce, Herb Roasted Chicken Other Cooking Sauces 35kcal 2.3Protein 0Fat 7.0Carbs Market Basket Inc. Premium Milk Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 480kcal 4Protein 26Fat 62Carbs Vosen's Bread Paradise 6 Whole Wheat Rolls Breads & Buns 226kcal 7.1Protein 0Fat 45.2Carbs Vosen's Bread Paradise 4 Whole Wheat Pita Breads & Buns 224kcal 7.1Protein 1.2Fat 45.9Carbs Frito-Lay Company Flamin' Hot Cheddar & Sour Cream Flavored Potato Chips, Flamin' Hot Cheddar & Sour Cream Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 53.6Carbs Hook Mfg. Co. Vanilla Pound Cake, Vanilla Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 366kcal 5.6Protein 18.3Fat 46.5Carbs McCormick & Company, Inc. Lemon Butter Dill Flavored Seafood Sauce, Lemon Butter Dill Dips & Salsa 345kcal 0Protein 31.0Fat 13.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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