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Kerrygold Butter Calories
Rich, high-butterfat Irish butter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Kerrygold Butter (14 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 717 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 11.4 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.
Kerrygold Butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g
100
KCAL / 14G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% 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%
Kerrygold Butter nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 7.2 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.46 g | |
| Sodium | 90 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 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 Kerrygold Butter?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 14 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 7 g | 50 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (medium) | 10 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 10 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 14 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 20 g | 143 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 28 g | 201 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 717 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 227 g | 1628 kcal |
Calculated from 717 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kerrygold Butter
Where is Kerrygold Butter made?
Kerrygold Butter is made in Ireland from Irish milk. The brand is strongly associated with Irish dairy farming, though you can check the package for the specific product’s origin and production details.
Is Kerrygold Butter made from grass-fed cows’ milk?
Yes, Kerrygold Butter is made from milk from cows that graze on grass. Ireland’s climate and pasture-based farming are central to the brand’s description of its butter.
Does Kerrygold Butter come salted and unsalted?
Yes, Kerrygold Butter is sold in salted and unsalted versions. Salted butter is convenient for spreading, while unsalted butter lets you control the seasoning in baking and cooking; availability varies by market.
Is Kerrygold Butter real butter?
Yes, Kerrygold Butter is dairy butter made from cream. The salted version also contains salt; unlike margarine, its main ingredient is not vegetable oil.
Why is Kerrygold Butter so yellow?
Kerrygold Butter’s yellow color comes from natural carotenoids in the milk of grass-fed cows. The shade can vary with season and feed, and a deeper yellow color alone does not prove that butter is more nutritious.
Can you cook or fry with Kerrygold Butter?
Yes, you can cook with Kerrygold Butter, but its milk solids can brown and burn at high heat. Use moderate heat for sautéing, or add the butter near the end; choose a more heat-stable fat for high-temperature searing.
What makes Kerrygold Butter different from regular butter?
Kerrygold Butter is known for its Irish milk, pasture-fed sourcing, and rich, pronounced buttery flavor. That taste can stand out on toast or in recipes, but whether it is worth choosing over another butter is a matter of preference.
How should you store Kerrygold Butter after opening?
Keep Kerrygold Butter refrigerated and covered, either in its wrapper or in a sealed container. Leave out only the amount you plan to use, since exposure to air and strong-smelling foods can affect its flavor.
Can you freeze Kerrygold Butter?
Yes, Kerrygold Butter can be frozen. Wrap it tightly or keep it in an airtight container to protect it from odors, then thaw it in the refrigerator before use.
Is Kerrygold Butter healthy?
Kerrygold Butter is high in saturated fat, so it is best used in moderate amounts as part of meals. Its grass-fed sourcing does not make it a food to eat without limit.
Kerrygold 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
Sodium
90mg · 4% DV
Iodine
5.32µg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
3.36mg · 0% DV
Calcium
3.36mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3.36mg · 0% DV
Kerrygold Butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kerrygold Butter
To burn the 100 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Kerrygold Butter?
Kerrygold Butter is an Irish butter made by churning cream from cow’s milk. Its deep yellow colour and rich, creamy flavour are familiar features of Irish butter; the brand offers different varieties, so check the pack for details such as whether it is salted.
Use it on toast or warm bread, melt it over vegetables, or cook eggs and bake with it. Its full flavour also works well with potatoes and simple dishes where butter can shine. It is predominantly fat, with 81.4 g of fat per 100 g and very little protein or carbohydrate. For a lighter touch, spread it thinly or measure it into the pan rather than adding it freely.
How Nutritious Is Kerrygold 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 Kerrygold Butter 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 Kerrygold Butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kerrygold Butter Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Kerrygold Butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.2:1).
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