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Common questions

Is Butter healthy?

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 from pasteurized cream and salt, which are simple and high-quality ingredients.

How processed is Butter?

Butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized Cream (From 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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Butter

80 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$2.89 · 16 oz · $0.18 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Butter
Summary

This butter is made from pasteurized cream and salt, which are simple and high-quality ingredients. It is minimally processed, retaining the natural fats from milk, and does not contain any harmful additives or seed oils. The product's clean label and straightforward composition contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 2

Pasteurized Cream (From Milk)
Very Good

This ingredient provides natural dairy fats and nutrients, making it a wholesome component of butter. Its pasteurization ensures safety while preserving quality.

Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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