Common questions

Is Butterkäse healthy?

Butterkäse scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is a processed cheese made from pasteurized milk, which ensures safety and retains nutritional value.

How processed is Butterkäse?

Butterkäse is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Butterkäse's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Austrian Butterkäse 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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Butterkäse

Name: Butterkäse
Brand: Schärdinger

Schärdinger

Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Berglandmilch

Category Cheese

Summary

This product is a processed cheese made from pasteurized milk, which ensures safety and retains nutritional value. It provides a good source of protein and calcium, essential for bone health, with a clean ingredient list. However, due to its processing level, the score is capped, despite the absence of harmful additives.

Key ingredients 1

Austrian Butterkäse

Good

Austrian Butterkäse is a semi-soft cheese made from pasteurized milk, known for its mild flavor and creamy texture. The use of pasteurized milk ensures safety by reducing harmful bacteria while maintaining nutritional value. It provides a good source of protein and calcium, essential for bone health.

Benefits

Rich in protein and calcium, supporting muscle maintenance and bone health. The mild flavor and creamy texture make it a versatile ingredient in various dishes.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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