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Butter Sugar Calories
Energy-dense, source of quick carbs and saturated fat
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Butter Sugar (18 g) has 92 calories. That works out to 510 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.7 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Butter Sugar Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 18 g
92
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
9.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% 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 42% · Protein 0% · Fat 58%
Butter Sugar nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 92 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 2.7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% |
| 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 Butter Sugar?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 153 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 36 g | 184 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 255 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 510 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butter Sugar
How do you cream butter and sugar together?
Cream butter and sugar by beating softened, not melted, butter with the sugar until the mixture looks lighter and fluffy. Scrape the bowl as you mix so the ingredients combine evenly, then add the other ingredients in your recipe.
Why won't butter and sugar cream together?
Butter and sugar often refuse to cream when the butter is too cold or too warm. Let cold butter soften until it gives slightly when pressed; if it has melted, it will not trap air in the same way.
What is the right butter and sugar ratio for cookies?
There is no single butter and sugar ratio for every cookie; the amounts shape sweetness, spread, and texture. Follow the proportions in the recipe you chose rather than adjusting them casually, since changing either ingredient can alter the result.
Can you mix butter and sugar with melted butter?
Yes, you can mix butter and sugar after melting the butter, but the mixture will not become fluffy through creaming. Cookies made this way may have a denser texture than cookies made with softened butter beaten with sugar.
Can you use brown sugar with butter instead of white sugar?
Yes, brown sugar works with butter in many baking recipes. Its molasses gives the mixture a deeper flavor and adds moisture, so the finished cookies or cake may be softer and darker than when made with white sugar.
What does creaming butter and sugar do in baking?
Creaming butter and sugar incorporates small air pockets into the mixture. Those pockets help give cakes and some cookies a lighter texture, which is why recipes often call for beating softened butter and sugar before adding eggs or flour.
How should you store a butter and sugar mixture?
Store a butter and sugar mixture in a covered container in the refrigerator if you are not using it right away. Let it soften briefly before spreading or mixing it into a recipe, and do not leave it out for extended periods.
Can you eat butter and sugar without cooking them?
Yes, butter and sugar can be eaten without cooking, for example as a spread. Use clean utensils and fresh butter, and remember that uncooked does not mean low in sugar or saturated fat.
Does butter and sugar raise blood sugar in people with diabetes?
Yes, the sugar in butter and sugar can raise blood glucose; the butter does not cancel that effect. If you have diabetes, fit it into your meal plan and the portion guidance you have been given.
Can eating butter and sugar cause weight gain?
Yes, frequent or large portions of butter and sugar can contribute to weight gain. The combination supplies both sugar and fat, so account for it when choosing a sweet spread or adding it to baked goods.
Butter Sugar Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
39.6µg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.22mg · 1% DV
B12
0.01µg · 0% DV
Vitamin D
0.09µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
3.24mg · 0% DV
Calcium
3.96mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0.02mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.7mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3.24mg · 0% DV
Butter Sugar Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Butter Sugar
To burn the 92 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Butter Sugar?
Butter Sugar is a simple sweet spread made by combining softened butter with sugar. It is more of a home-style mixture than a dish tied to one particular place, and is often spread on bread or toast for a quick sweet bite. The butter gives it a creamy richness, while the sugar adds a direct sweetness; it softens easily on warm bread.
It is energy-dense, with both quick-digesting carbohydrate and saturated fat, so a modest amount goes a long way. Try it thinly spread on toast alongside fruit, or use a small dab to sweeten warm bread rather than adding a thick layer. Its straightforward taste also pairs well with tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Butter Sugar?
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 Butter Sugar Processed?
NOVA 3
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 Butter Sugar Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter Sugar Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Butter Sugar Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.