Ingredient

Dry Butter

Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use dry butter to provide a rich butter flavor and tender texture to …

What is Dry Butter?

Dry butter is a concentrated form of butter from which most of the water content has been removed. It is typically made by dehydrating regular butter, resulting in a product with a higher fat content and longer shelf life.

Is Dry Butter vegan?

No. Dry Butter is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.

Is Dry Butter a major allergen?

Dry butter is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

What is Dry Butter used for?

Manufacturers use dry butter to provide a rich butter flavor and tender texture to baked goods.

Is Dry Butter safe?

Dry butter is considered a food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use dry butter to provide a rich butter flavor and tender texture to baked goods. Its concentrated form and lower moisture content can be beneficial in doughs and mixes. It is commonly found in pastries like croissants, sweet rolls, and muffins.

Health notes

Dry butter is considered a food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a concentrated dairy fat, it is a source of calories and saturated fat. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA and EFSA have not specifically evaluated dry butter as a food additive, as it is a processed food ingredient.

Allergen info

Dry butter is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

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Last updated: October 6, 2026

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