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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, which is a minimally processed ingredient, contributing to its high score.

How processed is Butter?

Butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

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Butter

Coop
80 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Coop Group Genossenschaft
Category Butter
Summary

This butter is made from pasteurized cream, which is a minimally processed ingredient, contributing to its high score. It contains no harmful additives or seed oils, and its simple composition aligns with a clean label, making it a healthy choice within its category.

Key ingredients 1

Butter
Neutral

Butter is a dairy product made from pasteurized cream, providing a source of saturated fats. It is minimally processed, retaining natural nutrients from the cream. While it is a traditional fat source, it should be consumed in moderation due to its high saturated fat content.

Risks

Excessive consumption of saturated fats may contribute to cardiovascular disease risk.

Benefits

Butter contains fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K, which are beneficial for various bodily functions.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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