Buttermilk Powder

Buttermilk powder is a dairy product made by removing water from liquid buttermilk. Buttermilk is the liquid left over after churning butter from cream. It retains the tangy flavor and some of the beneficial components of milk.

Manufacturers add buttermilk powder to foods to provide a distinctive tangy flavor, improve texture, and act as an emulsifier. It is frequently found in snack foods like chips and pretzels, baked goods, and various mixes to enhance richness and moisture.

Buttermilk powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a common food ingredient. It is a source of dairy nutrients, including protein and calcium. For individuals with lactose intolerance, consuming products with buttermilk powder may cause digestive discomfort, depending on the amount of lactose present. Buttermilk powder is not typically evaluated by JECFA or EFSA as a food additive, but rather as a dairy ingredient.