The Following: Buttermilk
This entry is a label phrase. See the main ingredient page: Buttermilk.
What is The Following: Buttermilk?
Buttermilk is the liquid left over after churning butter from cream. Traditionally, it was a sour, tangy liquid. Modern "cultured" buttermilk is made by adding a bacterial culture to milk, giving it a similar tangy taste and thick texture.
Is The Following: Buttermilk vegan?
No. The Following: Buttermilk is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is The Following: Buttermilk gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is The Following: Buttermilk a major allergen?
Buttermilk is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is The Following: Buttermilk used for?
Manufacturers use buttermilk as a leavening agent in baked goods like biscuits and pancakes, reacting with baking soda to create a lighter texture.
Is The Following: Buttermilk safe?
In the US, buttermilk is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use buttermilk as a leavening agent in baked goods like biscuits and pancakes, reacting with baking soda to create a lighter texture. Its tangy flavor also enhances savory dishes and marinades. It is commonly found in baked goods, snack mixes, and some processed meats.
Health notes
In the US, buttermilk is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of calcium and protein. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated buttermilk and established acceptable daily intake levels. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming typical amounts.
Allergen info
Buttermilk is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain The Following: Buttermilk
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High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving
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4.8Protein
21.4Fat
42.9Carbs
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7.1Protein
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53.6Carbs
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High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
537kcal
7.7Protein
28.1Fat
58.8Carbs
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High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
500kcal
5Protein
22.5Fat
67.5Carbs
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High in sodium — 40% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
269kcal
13.1Protein
12.3Fat
26.9Carbs
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High in sodium — 42% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
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10.8Protein
18.5Fat
23.9Carbs
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571kcal
7.1Protein
35.7Fat
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571kcal
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35.7Fat
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