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Pale yellow spreadable butter sits in a small dish, soft and creamy with smooth swirls and shallow spreading marks.
●Low GI

Spreadable butter Calories

Spreadable, easy-to-use butter; ideal for bread and baking.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

720kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

30mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Spreadable butter (14 g) has 101 calories. That works out to 720 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 98 µg of Vitamin A covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Spreadable butter Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g

101

KCAL / 14G

Carbs

0.1g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

11.2g

· 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%

Spreadable butter nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories101 kcal
Total fat11.2 g14%
Saturated fat7 g35%
Trans fat0.21 g
Sodium11 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0.1 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0.1 g0%

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 Spreadable butter?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)14 g101 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g36 kcal
1 slice (thin)10 g72 kcal
1 tablespoon (large)20 g144 kcal
1 slice (thick)20 g144 kcal
1 piece (medium)30 g216 kcal
1 serving (medium)30 g216 kcal
1 serving (large)50 g360 kcal
100 g100 g720 kcal
1 pack (whole)250 g1800 kcal

Calculated from 720 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Spreadable butter

What is spreadable butter made of?

Spreadable butter may be softened butter, or butter blended with vegetable oils and sometimes water or salt. Recipes vary by product, so the name alone does not tell you which kind it is; check the ingredients if you need to know its exact composition.

Why does spreadable butter stay soft in the fridge?

Spreadable butter is formulated to remain easy to spread when chilled. Some products achieve this by blending butter with softer oils, while others use a different butter formulation. The exact reason depends on the product’s ingredients.

Is spreadable butter the same as margarine?

No, spreadable butter and margarine are not necessarily the same. Spreadable butter contains butter or milk fat, while margarine is made primarily from vegetable oils. Some spreadable products combine butter with vegetable oils, so read the product description and ingredients.

Can you bake with spreadable butter?

Yes, spreadable butter can work in some cakes and cookies, but it may not behave like block butter. Its water and fat proportions can change a recipe’s texture or how much the dough spreads. Use the type specified in recipes where accuracy matters.

Can spreadable butter be used for frying?

Spreadable butter is not usually the best choice for high-heat frying. Water or added oils in the blend can cause splattering or affect browning. For gentle pan cooking, follow the package directions and avoid heating it until it smokes.

Does spreadable butter need to be refrigerated after opening?

Yes, keep spreadable butter refrigerated after opening unless its packaging specifically says otherwise. Close the container between uses and use a clean knife to reduce contamination. Follow the package’s storage instructions and use-by date.

Can you freeze spreadable butter?

Yes, spreadable butter can generally be frozen, though its texture may become grainy or separate after thawing. Check the package for freezing guidance, seal it well, and thaw it in the refrigerator before using.

How is spreadable butter different from butter in a block?

Spreadable butter is designed to be easy to use straight from the refrigerator, while block butter is firmer when cold. Spreadable versions may also contain oils or water, which can affect their flavor and how they work in cooking.

Does spreadable butter taste like regular butter?

Spreadable butter often tastes buttery, but its flavor can be milder or different from block butter, especially when it contains vegetable oils or added salt. The balance varies by brand, so a small taste is the best way to judge a particular product.

Can spreadable butter be left out on the counter?

It is safest to keep spreadable butter refrigerated unless the package explicitly permits room-temperature storage. Its ingredients and packaging differ across products, and leaving it warm can affect both quality and food safety.

Spreadable butter Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

98µg · 11% DV

Vitamin E

0.35mg · 2% DV

Vitamin D

0.21µg · 1% DV

Biotin

0.28µg · 1% DV

Minerals

Sodium

11mg · 0% DV

Phosphorus

2.1mg · 0% DV

Selenium

0.14µg · 0% DV

Calcium

2.1mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

4.2mg · 0% DV

Spreadable butter Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Spreadable butter

To burn the 101 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):

🚶

25min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

10min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

14min

Cycling

🏊

12min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Spreadable butter?

Spreadable butter is a soft butter product made for easy spreading, including straight from the refrigerator. Its exact ingredients and texture vary by product, but it is generally mild and creamy. It is commonly spread on toast, sandwiches and crackers, or served alongside breakfast; in recipes, it can be used where a soft, spreadable fat is convenient, though it may not behave exactly like block butter in baking.

It is predominantly fat, with 80 g of fat per 100 g, so a thin layer is often enough to add richness to bread or vegetables. If you are baking, check whether the recipe relies on firm butter for its texture before substituting.

How Nutritious Is Spreadable butter?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

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

1/ 100

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 Spreadable 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 Spreadable butter Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Spreadable butter Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Spreadable butter Fat Profile

SATURATED

7g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.08g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.28g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.