Butter Nutrition Facts: Calories, Vitamins & Minerals
Butter nutrition facts per 100 g and per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: on bread, 10 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 748 kcal | 75 kcal |
| Energy (kilojoules) | 3,130 kJ | 313 kJ |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 82 g | 8.2 g |
| incl. saturated | 53 g | 5.3 g |
| Total carbohydrates | 0.8 g | 0.1 g |
| incl. sugars | 0.8 g | 0.1 g |
| incl. fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0 g |
*Where the numbers come from
Values per 100 g as eaten, averaged from food composition tables (USDA FoodData Central and others) and rounded — a specific brand or recipe will differ a little. Carbohydrates are total carbohydrate, fiber included, as on a US Nutrition Facts label.
748 kcal (3,130 kJ) per 100 g · P/F/C 0.5/82/0.8 g
Serving (on bread, 10 g) — 75 kcal (313 kJ) · Nutri-Score E
Per 100 g: sugar: low saturated fat: high salt: low fiber: low
Is butter healthy?
Not really. Butter gets grade E on the open 2023 Nutri-Score algorithm, the lowest of five — a sometimes food rather than an everyday one.
Against
- Saturated fat: 5.3 g per serving — 27% of the 20 g daily reference intake.
- Calorie-dense: 748 kcal per 100 g — a serving (on bread, 10 g) is 75 kcal.
A typical serving (on bread, 10 g) has 75 kcal, 0.1 g protein, 8.2 g fat and 0.1 g carbs. Other weights in the table.
A healthier swap at the same calories: olive oil (10 g): −3.9 g saturated fat.
How we judge this, and the sources
For oils, nuts and seeds Nutri-Score uses its own table: instead of calories it weighs the share of saturated fat in the fat, plus sugar and salt, against protein and fiber. Calories don't count against them, which is why calorie density is listed as a separate reason.
The answer comes from the food's composition, not from opinion: its Nutri-Score grade on the open 2023 algorithm, a traffic light for sugar, salt, saturated fat and fiber per 100 g, and the share of daily reference amounts in a typical serving (for salt, sugar, fiber and vegetables, those of the WHO). It rates the food's nutrient profile; it is not medical advice. Formulas, thresholds and every source are on the methodology page; last checked against the sources on November 1, 2026. The short food description was written by our language model (AI) — how we check the text.
More about this food
Butter is milk fat. It contains vitamin A, but more than half of its fat is saturated — best measured by the teaspoon.
protein 0%fat 99%carbs 1%
Vitamins and minerals in butter
Per 100 g, the standouts are vitamin A — 684 mcg, 76% of the Daily Value (#1 of 10 in our dairy & cheese section); vitamin E — 2.3 mg, 15% of the Daily Value (#1 of 10 in our dairy & cheese section).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: on bread, 10 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 684 mcg | 68 mcg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 2.3 mg | 0.23 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 7 mcg | 0.7 mcg | 1% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.03 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.17 mcg | 0.02 mcg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 22 mg | 7% |
*Where the vitamin numbers come from
Vitamins and minerals come from the USDA FoodData Central record “Butter, without salt” (FDC ID 173430, SR Legacy; public domain), checked October 14, 2026; the record was matched to this food by calories, protein and fat. % DV is per serving, against the FDA Daily Values used on Nutrition Facts labels (2,000-calorie diet). The table lists nutrients that reach at least 2% DV per 100 g; the rest are absent or trace. Varieties, seasons and brands differ, and cooking in water leaches some vitamin C and B vitamins.
Butter calories by weight, 5–50 g
15 g of butter has 112 calories and 20 g has 150. The table gives protein, fat and carbs for each weight; for any other amount, type your own into the calculator below.
| Weight | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| 5 g | 37 | 0 / 4.1 / 0 |
| 10 g — typical serving | 75 | 0.1 / 8.2 / 0.1 |
| 15 g | 112 | 0.1 / 12 / 0.1 |
| 20 g | 150 | 0.1 / 16 / 0.2 |
| 30 g | 224 | 0.2 / 25 / 0.2 |
| 50 g | 374 | 0.3 / 41 / 0.4 |
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Calories in butter by spoon and serving
| Measure | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (4.7 g) | 35 | 0 / 3.9 / 0 |
| 1 tablespoon (14.2 g) | 106 | 0.1 / 12 / 0.1 |
| on bread, 10 g | 75 | 0.1 / 8.2 / 0.1 |
How we count
Piece weights are averages. Spoons are level US measures: 1 tsp = 4.9 ml, 1 tbsp = 14.8 ml, 1 cup = 240 ml; the weight follows the density of the food (USDA FoodData Central measure weights). The diary uses the same measures — log a portion in pieces, spoons or grams.
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Butter: calories by type
“Calories per 100 g” depends on the kind: fat level, variety, what's added. Every row comes from the same database the diary uses.
| Per 100 g | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| Butter 72.5% | 660 | 0.8 / 73 / 1.3 |
| Butter | 748 | 0.5 / 82 / 0.8 |
Calories in dishes with butter
| Dish | Serving | Kcal per serving | Butter in it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate fondant with ice cream | 150 g | 594 | ≈25 g |
| Esterházy torte | 110 g | 398 | ≈17 g |
| Banana muffin | 100 g | 320 | ≈15 g |
| Blueberry muffin | 110 g | 345 | ≈16 g |
| Künefe | 180 g | 628 | ≈25 g |
| Vanilla cupcake with frosting | 90 g | 321 | ≈10 g |
| Croissant with butter and jam | 100 g | 412 | ≈10 g |
How we count
Dishes are estimated from typical restaurant and home recipes — a specific kitchen will differ.
How much movement is one serving?
A serving (on bread, 10 g) is 75 kcal — roughly 24 min of easy walking or 9 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. In the diary, minutes are worked out for your weight and the activities you actually do.
Healthier swaps for Butter
Why swap: butter has a lot of saturated fat (53 g per 100 g). The swaps below fix that at the same calories.
How we pick
A swap is offered only for a real problem with the food (for grades C–E an amber traffic light counts too), from the same or a neighbouring category, in a serving matched to the same calories (±25%; drinks glass for glass) and no more than one and a half times the original weight, a full Nutri-Score grade better and with a noticeable gain per serving. We don't suggest “salad instead of pizza”.
- Avocado oil — 10 g, 88 kcal: −4.1 g saturated fat.
- Olive Oil — 10 g, 88 kcal: −3.9 g saturated fat.
- Rapeseed (canola) oil — 10 g, 88 kcal: −4.6 g saturated fat.
- Grapeseed oil — 10 g, 88 kcal: −4.3 g saturated fat.
Butter vs similar foods: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| Provolone | 340 | 26 / 27 / 0 |
| Cream Cheese | 342 | 6 / 34 / 4.1 |
| Heavy Cream | 360 | 2.1 / 38 / 3 |
| Parmesan | 392 | 36 / 26 / 3.2 |
| Swiss Cheese (Emmental) | 396 | 30 / 31 / 0.1 |
| Cheddar | 403 | 25 / 33 / 1.3 |
| Butter | 748 | 0.5 / 82 / 0.8 |
Butter: head-to-head comparisons
FAQ
How many calories are in 100 g of butter?
100 g of butter has 748 calories, with 0.5 g protein, 82 g fat and 0.8 g carbohydrates.
How many calories are in a serving of butter?
A serving (on bread, 10 g) has 75 calories: 0.1 g protein, 8.2 g fat and 0.1 g carbs.
What are the macros of butter?
Per 100 g: 0.5 g protein, 0.8 g carbs and 82 g fat. By calories that's about 0% protein, 1% carbs and 99% fat.
How long do you have to walk to burn a serving of butter?
About 24 min of easy walking or 9 min of cycling for a 70 kg (154 lb) person — that's the 75 calories in a serving (on bread, 10 g).
What vitamins and minerals are in butter?
Per 100 g, butter is richest in vitamin A (684 mcg, 76% DV), vitamin E (2.3 mg, 15% DV) — from USDA FoodData Central record 173430.
How many calories are in a tablespoon of butter?
A level US tablespoon (14.8 ml, about 14.2 g) has 106 calories; a teaspoon (4.9 ml, 4.7 g) has 35.
How much fiber is in butter?
None: dietary fiber comes from plant foods and mushrooms — vegetables, fruit, grains, beans and nuts.
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