Unsalted Butter

Unsalted Butter

Fat

Also known as: sweet cream butter, unsalted margarine, butter without salt, fresh butter, plain butter

Standard fat for baking

Functions
TendernessMoistureFlavor
Dietary Info
Vegetarian
Allergen Warning
Dairy
Common Uses
CookiesCakesPastries

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About Unsalted Butter

Unsalted butter is a creamy, rich dairy product made by churning fresh or fermented cream. It is primarily composed of milk fat, water, and milk solids, with the absence of salt allowing for precise flavor control in baking. In baking, unsalted butter contributes to the tenderness and moisture of baked goods, enhancing texture and providing a subtle, creamy flavor that complements both sweet and savory recipes. Its solid-yet-malleable structure at room temperature makes it ideal for creaming methods, creating light and airy textures in cookies, cakes, and pastries.

Nutrition Facts

For Original Ingredient
Serving size
100g
Calories 714
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 78.6g
121%
Total Carbohydrates 0g
0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 0g
0%
Protein 0g
0%
Sodium 0mg
0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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