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British unsalted butter

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Common questions

Is British unsalted butter healthy?

British unsalted butter scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This butter is made primarily from milk, which is a simple and minimally processed ingredient.

How processed is British unsalted butter?

British unsalted butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive British unsalted butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Milk 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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British unsalted butter

Aldi
80 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Aldi
Category Butter
Summary

This butter is made primarily from milk, which is a simple and minimally processed ingredient. It lacks any harmful additives or seed oils, making it a clean choice within its category. The processing level is low, contributing to its high score, although it is not raw or cultured like the very best options.

Key ingredients 1

Milk
Good

Whole dairy ingredient.

Risks

Some individuals may be lactose intolerant or allergic to milk proteins, which can cause digestive issues.

Benefits

Milk is a source of calcium and vitamin D, which are important for bone health. It also provides essential fatty acids and proteins.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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