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Cooked Butter Calories
High fat, low protein, low carbohydrate, source of vitamins A and E
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Cooked Butter (14 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 717 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 95.8 µg of Vitamin A covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cooked Butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g
100
KCAL / 14G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
11.3g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
Cooked Butter nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.3 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 7.14 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.46 g | |
| Sodium | 1.54 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Cooked Butter?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 14 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 10 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 20 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 179 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 28 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 359 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 717 kcal |
Calculated from 717 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cooked Butter
What is cooked butter?
Cooked butter is butter that has been heated, melted, or used in cooking. The term does not necessarily mean the milk solids and water have been removed; that more specific preparation is clarified butter, often called ghee.
How do you cook butter without burning it?
Cook butter over low or medium heat and watch it closely. Its milk solids can brown and burn before the butter is suitable for high-heat cooking. Remove it from the heat once melted, or use clarified butter when a recipe calls for stronger heat.
Does cooked butter taste different from regular butter?
Yes, cooked butter can taste different from uncooked butter. Gentle heating gives it a warm, buttery flavor, while browning the milk solids creates a nutty taste; if those solids burn, the flavor becomes bitter.
Can you use cooked butter for frying?
Yes, cooked butter can be used for frying over moderate heat. Its milk solids can burn at high temperatures, so keep the heat controlled and avoid letting the pan smoke; clarified butter is better suited to hotter cooking.
Is cooked butter the same as ghee?
No, cooked butter is not automatically ghee. Ghee is made by heating butter until its water evaporates and its milk solids separate, then removing those solids. Butter that has simply been melted or used in a dish has not necessarily undergone that process.
Can cooked butter replace oil in baking?
Yes, cooked butter can replace oil in some baked goods, but the result may be richer and the texture can change. Oil stays liquid, while butter firms up as it cools, so use it when the recipe can accommodate that difference.
How should you store cooked butter?
Store cooked butter in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator, especially if it contains milk solids or has been used in a dish. For leftovers, follow the storage guidance for the whole dish rather than treating the butter separately.
Can cooked butter be frozen?
Yes, cooked butter can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Portion it before freezing so you can take out only what you need, then thaw it in the refrigerator; any texture change is generally not a problem for cooking.
Can you reheat cooked butter?
Yes, you can reheat cooked butter gently on the stove or in a microwave-safe container. Use short heating intervals and stop as soon as it melts, since repeated or prolonged heating can burn the milk solids.
Is cooked butter healthier than regular butter?
No, heating butter does not make it inherently healthier than regular butter. It remains a concentrated source of fat, and cooking it until the milk solids burn can add an unpleasant bitter taste rather than a health benefit.
Cooked Butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
95.76µg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
0.32mg · 2% DV
Vitamin D
0.21µg · 1% DV
B12
0.02µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
3.36mg · 0% DV
Calcium
3.36mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.14µg · 0% DV
Iodine
0.28µg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3.36mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.54mg · 0% DV
Cooked Butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cooked Butter
To burn the 100 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cooked Butter?
Cooked Butter is butter heated until melted and ready to use; with longer heating, it can develop a deeper, lightly toasted flavour. It is used to finish dishes or cook with, from eggs and vegetables to rice, soups and baked goods. A spoonful over hot food brings a rich, buttery aroma, while it can also be served at breakfast with bread or eggs.
Its nutritional profile is dominated by fat, with very little protein or carbohydrate. Use a modest amount when you want the flavour without making a dish too rich; it pairs especially well with vegetables, grains and legumes.
How Nutritious Is Cooked Butter?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Cooked Butter Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Cooked Butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cooked Butter Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cooked Butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.