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Sugar- and milk-based energy source with calcium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Buttered milk jam (20 g) has 66 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.1 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 µg of B12 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
66
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
11.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% 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 67% · Protein 7% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 66 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.16 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thin) | 15 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 99 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 248 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Buttered milk jam tastes like a rich, milky caramel with a buttery finish. It is usually thicker and more spreadable than a pourable caramel sauce, though the exact sweetness and texture vary by recipe.
Yes, refrigerate buttered milk jam after opening because it contains dairy. Keep it in a sealed container and use a clean spoon each time; discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes noticeably.
Yes, buttered milk jam can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir well before using; freezing may make the texture less smooth, so it works best in cooked fillings or sauces afterward.
Yes, buttered milk jam can sweeten and flavor coffee. Stir a small spoonful into hot coffee until it dissolves; because it is thick and contains butter, it may take more mixing than regular sugar or syrup.
Yes, buttered milk jam can replace caramel sauce in many desserts, but it is thicker and has a stronger milky, buttery character. Warm it gently to make it easier to drizzle, or thin it with a little warm milk.
Buttered milk jam can separate if the mixture gets too hot or the butter is added before the milk mixture has thickened. Keep the heat low, stir steadily, and incorporate the butter gradually to help the mixture stay smooth.
You can cook milk and sugar without butter, but the result is plain milk jam rather than buttered milk jam. Butter contributes richness and a distinct flavor, so leaving it out changes the finished spread.
Buttered milk jam pairs well with toast, pancakes, waffles, or sliced apples and pears. Its intense sweetness also works as a small topping for plain yogurt or vanilla ice cream, where it contrasts with a less-sweet base.
Yes, buttered milk jam works as a cake filling, especially between layers that can support a thick spread. Let it cool completely before assembling, and avoid using so much that it squeezes out under the weight of the cake.
Yes, buttered milk jam can raise blood sugar because it is made with sugar and concentrated milk. People with diabetes should account for its carbohydrate content in their meal plan and follow their clinician’s individual guidance.
Vitamins
B12
0.14µg · 6% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.1mg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
14µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Calcium
44mg · 4% DV
Iodine
5.6µg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.1µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
58mg · 2% DV
Sodium
27mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Buttered milk jam is a thick, sweet spread made by slowly cooking milk and sugar until they turn golden and caramel-like, then enriching the mixture with butter. It belongs to the wider family of milk jams, including dulce de leche, though recipes and names vary by place.
Its texture is smooth and spoonable, with a rich milky-caramel flavour. Spread it on toast or pancakes, spoon a little over porridge, or serve it with biscuits; a small amount goes a long way alongside tea or coffee. It is mainly a source of energy from sugar and milk, with 330 calories per 100 g. Pair it with plain bread or unsweetened yoghurt for a less sweet serving.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.