Dairy & Alternatives
Butter, salted Nutrition Facts
Salted butter is churned cream with added salt, containing about 80% milk fat. The salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, extending shelf life compared to unsalted varieties.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Calories717
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
81.0g125%
Saturated Fat
51.0g255%
Trans Fat
3.3g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3.0g
Monounsaturated Fat
21.0g
Cholesterol
215mg72%
Sodium
643mg28%
Total Carbohydrate
0.1g0%
Dietary Fiber
-0%
Total Sugars
0.1g
Protein
0.9g2%
Vitamin A
684mcg76%
Vitamin C
-0%
Vitamin D
1.5mcg8%
Vitamin E
2.3mg15%
Vitamin K
7.0mcg6%
Vitamin B6
0.0mg0%
Vitamin B12
0.2mcg7%
Folate
3mcg1%
Calcium
24mg2%
Iron
0.0mg0%
Potassium
24mg1%
Magnesium
2mg0%
Zinc
0.1mg1%
*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.
Health Benefits
- ✓Excellent source of vitamin A
- ✓Contains fat-soluble vitamins
- ✓Provides conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
Best For
Spreading on breadFinishing dishesGeneral cookingBaking when salt content is adjusted
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 months or freeze up to 12 months. Keep wrapped to prevent odor absorption.
Serving Sizes
100g717 cal
1 tbsp100 cal
1 pat36 cal
1 stick810 cal
Frequently Asked Questions
How much salt is in salted butter?
Salted butter typically contains 1.5-2% salt by weight, or about 90mg sodium per tablespoon (14g).
Can you substitute salted butter for unsalted?
Yes, but reduce added salt in the recipe by about 1/4 teaspoon per stick (1/2 cup) of butter used.
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