Butter

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Common questions

Is Butter healthy?

Butter scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. 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, 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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Butter

88 Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

$2.89 · 16 oz · $0.18 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Butter
Summary

This butter is made from pasteurized cream and salt, which are simple and high-quality ingredients. The minimal processing involved in its production helps retain the nutritional value of the dairy fat, providing essential fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins. Its clean label and lack of harmful additives contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 3

Pasteurized Cream
Good

Pasteurized cream is a natural dairy product that provides rich flavor and essential fats, making it a wholesome ingredient in butter.

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Milk
Good

Milk is a fundamental dairy ingredient that contributes to the creamy texture and natural composition of butter.

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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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