Salted Butter

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Common questions

Is Salted Butter healthy?

Salted 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 salted butter is made from simple ingredients: cream and salt, which are minimally processed.

How processed is Salted Butter?

Salted Butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Salted 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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Salted Butter

88 Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Butter
Summary

This salted butter is made from simple ingredients: cream and salt, which are minimally processed. It provides a source of healthy fats without any artificial additives or seed oils. The processing level is low, allowing it to retain its natural qualities and nutritional benefits.

Key ingredients 2

Cream
Good

Traditional whole-fat dairy ingredient.

Risks

High intake of saturated fats may contribute to cardiovascular disease if consumed excessively.

Benefits

Provides fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K, which are essential for various bodily functions.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used to enhance flavor and acts as a preservative in butter. It is a common culinary ingredient that provides sodium, an essential mineral for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function. However, excessive sodium intake can lead to health issues.

Risks

Excessive sodium intake can increase the risk of hypertension and cardiovascular diseases.

Benefits

Essential for maintaining fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contractions.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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