Ingredient

Butterfat 26

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Butterfat is used as a source of richness and flavor in a wide variety …

What it is

Butterfat is the pure fat component of butter. It is derived from milk, typically from cows. It is made by churning cream, which separates the butterfat from the buttermilk.

Why it's used

Butterfat is used as a source of richness and flavor in a wide variety of foods. It acts as a fat and contributes to texture and mouthfeel, especially in baked goods, confectionery, and dairy products.

Health notes

Butterfat is recognized as safe by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of saturated fat. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated fats and oils, and EFSA has also assessed butterfat. The health effects of dietary fat are complex and depend on the overall diet.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Butterfat 26

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100 Paris Brest Cream Puff 4" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving 548kcal 17.2Protein 36.9Fat —Carbs 120 Regular Cream Puff Butter 2.75" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 104% DV per serving 534kcal 16.9Protein 35.7Fat —Carbs 140 Large Eclair Butter 5" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 101% DV per serving 518kcal 16.4Protein 34.6Fat —Carbs 250 Mini Eclair Butter 2" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 101% DV per serving 518kcal 16.4Protein 34.6Fat —Carbs 100 Giant Eclair Cream Puff 6" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 87% DV per serving 531kcal 16.6Protein 35.8Fat —Carbs 250 Medium Cream Puff Butter 2" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 101% DV per serving 518kcal 16.4Protein 34.6Fat —Carbs 84 MUSSELS BUTTER 2.6" x 1.3" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 91% DV per serving 526kcal 8.5Protein 28.1Fat —Carbs 250 Mini Cream Puff Butter 1.5" Savoury Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 101% DV per serving 518kcal 16.4Protein 34.6Fat —Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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