Common questions

Is Prairie Farms UNSALTED BUTTER healthy?

Prairie Farms UNSALTED BUTTER scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This unsalted butter is primarily composed of cream, which is a high-quality source of saturated fats and essential nutrients.

How processed is Prairie Farms UNSALTED BUTTER?

Prairie Farms UNSALTED BUTTER is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Prairie Farms UNSALTED BUTTER's score?

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

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Prairie Farms UNSALTED BUTTER

Name: Prairie Farms UNSALTED BUTTER
Brand: Prairie Farms

Prairie Farms

Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.

Category Butter

Summary

This unsalted butter is primarily composed of cream, which is a high-quality source of saturated fats and essential nutrients. However, the presence of 'natural flavorings' introduces some uncertainty due to potential undisclosed additives. Despite its beneficial ingredients, the product is considered ultra-processed, which limits its score potential.

Key ingredients 2

Cream

Good

Cream is a natural dairy product that provides rich flavor and essential fats, making it a beneficial ingredient in butter.

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natural flavorings

Neutral

Natural flavorings are added to enhance taste without synthetic additives, maintaining a neutral impact on health.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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