Modified Butter Oil And Dehydrated Butter

Modified butter oil is butterfat that has undergone processing, such as hydrolysis or fractionation, to alter its physical properties. Dehydrated butter is butter with most of its water removed. Both are derived from milk fat.

These ingredients are used to add a buttery flavor and richness to foods without the water content of regular butter. They can improve texture and mouthfeel. They are often found in frozen seafood, pasta dishes, and baked goods.

Modified butter oil and dehydrated butter are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. They are primarily composed of milk fat and are considered a source of dietary fat. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar dairy-derived fats. No significant health concerns are associated with their consumption at typical dietary levels.