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Sweet Cream Salted Butter

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Common questions

Is Sweet Cream Salted Butter healthy?

Sweet Cream Salted Butter scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sweet cream salted butter is primarily composed of cream and salt, making it a minimally processed product with a clean ingredient list.

How processed is Sweet Cream Salted Butter?

Sweet Cream Salted Butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Sweet Cream Salted Butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cream, Milk count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sweet Cream Salted Butter

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80 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Wakefern Food Corp.
Category Butter
Summary

This sweet cream salted butter is primarily composed of cream and salt, making it a minimally processed product with a clean ingredient list. It provides a rich source of healthy fats without the presence of harmful additives or seed oils. The processing level is low, which supports a high score, although the addition of salt slightly moderates the overall healthiness compared to unsalted versions.

Key ingredients 5

Cream
Good

Traditional whole-fat dairy ingredient.

Risks

High in saturated fats, which may contribute to cardiovascular issues if consumed in excess.

Benefits

Provides a rich source of fats necessary for energy and cellular functions.

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Milk
Good

Whole dairy ingredient.

Risks

May cause allergic reactions or lactose intolerance in sensitive individuals.

Benefits

Provides essential nutrients such as calcium and protein.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used to enhance flavor and preserve the butter. It is a common culinary ingredient with no significant processing concerns. While it is essential for flavor, it does not provide additional health benefits.

Risks

Excessive sodium intake can lead to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in butter.

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Dairy
Neutral

Dairy refers to milk-based products used in butter production. It is a natural source of fats and proteins. While it is essential for butter, it does not provide unique health benefits beyond its nutritional content.

Risks

May cause allergic reactions or lactose intolerance in sensitive individuals.

Benefits

Provides essential nutrients such as calcium and protein.

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Lactose
Neutral

Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk and dairy products. It is present in butter as part of the dairy content. While it is a natural component, it does not offer significant health benefits.

Risks

Can cause digestive issues in individuals with lactose intolerance.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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