Ingredient

Anhydrous Butter

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Butter oil is used to add a rich, buttery flavor and smooth texture to …

What it is

Anhydrous butter, also known as butter oil, is pure butterfat. It is made by removing water and milk solids from butter. This process concentrates the fat content.

Why it's used

Butter oil is used to add a rich, buttery flavor and smooth texture to foods. It is often found in baked goods, confectionery, sauces, and dairy products like ice cream.

Health notes

Anhydrous butter is recognized as safe by the FDA. It is a source of saturated fat. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated butterfat, and it is generally recognized as safe when consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Anhydrous Butter

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VIA EMILIA Vanilla Gelato Dipped In Milk Chocolate Bars, Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 371kcal 4.3Protein 25.7Fat 28.6Carbs Hammond's, Milk Chocolate Filled With Red Velvet Cake Ganache, Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet Cake Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Milk Chocolate Filled With Red Velvet Cake Ganache, Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet Cake Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 484kcal 6.2Protein 26.6Fat 53.1Carbs Bon Courage Enterprises Inc. Transatlantic, Fine European Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 560kcal 4Protein 36Fat 52Carbs Bon Courage Enterprises Inc. Transatlantic, Assorted Belgian Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 560kcal 4Protein 36Fat 52Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Milk Chocolate With Red Velvet Cake Ganache Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 484kcal 6.2Protein 26.6Fat 53.1Carbs Bon Courage Enterprises Inc. Transatlantic, Assorted Belgian Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 560kcal 4Protein 36Fat 52Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Red Velvet Cake Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 484kcal 6.2Protein 26.6Fat 53.1Carbs Bon Courage Enterprises Inc. Transatlantic, Assorted Belgian Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 560kcal 4Protein 36Fat 52Carbs Bon Courage Enterprises Inc. Transatlantic, Assorted Belgian Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 560kcal 4Protein 36Fat 52Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Food Lion, Chocolate Covered Peanuts Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 525kcal 10Protein 32.5Fat 55Carbs CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Gold Emblem, Milk Chocolate Peanuts Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 525kcal 10Protein 32.5Fat 55Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Gelato Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 108kcal 0.8Protein 3.9Fat 16.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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