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Melted Butter Calories
Melted butter adds rich flavor and aroma to dishes.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Melted 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, 11.4 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.
Melted Butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g
100
KCAL / 14G
Carbs
0g
· 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%
Melted Butter nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 7.19 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 Melted Butter?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 14 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 143 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 28 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 30 g | 215 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 717 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 227 g | 1628 kcal |
Calculated from 717 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Melted Butter
How do you melt butter without burning it?
Melted butter is made by heating butter gently over low heat until it liquefies. Take it off the heat as soon as it melts if you want a clean butter flavor; continued heating can brown or burn the milk solids.
Why do recipes call for melted butter instead of softened butter?
Melted butter mixes into ingredients differently from softened butter and can make baked goods denser or chewier. Use the form specified in the recipe, since swapping melted butter for softened butter can change the texture.
Is melted butter the same as clarified butter?
No, melted butter is not the same as clarified butter. Regular melted butter still contains water and milk solids, while clarified butter has had those components separated out.
Why does melted butter foam?
Melted butter often foams as its water heats and evaporates and milk solids rise to the surface. The foam is normal, but if the solids start turning dark or smell burnt, lower the heat.
Can you substitute melted butter for oil in a recipe?
Yes, melted butter can replace oil in some recipes, adding a richer flavor. Butter also contains water and milk solids, unlike oil, so the swap can affect the texture of baked goods; follow the recipe’s guidance when available.
Can you put melted butter on popcorn?
Yes, melted butter works well on popcorn, but adding too much at once can make it soggy. Drizzle a little over the popcorn while tossing so the coating spreads more evenly.
Can you brown melted butter?
Yes, you can brown melted butter by continuing to heat it until the milk solids turn golden brown and smell nutty. Stir or swirl the pan and watch closely, because the solids can go from browned to burnt quickly.
How should you store melted butter?
Store melted butter in a covered container in the refrigerator, rather than leaving it out for an extended period. Use a clean utensil when serving it, and discard it if it develops an unusual or sour smell.
Can you freeze melted butter?
Yes, melted butter can be frozen once it has cooled. Transfer it to a tightly sealed freezer-safe container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and warm it gently before using if you need it liquid again.
Does melted butter solidify when it cools?
Yes, melted butter usually firms up again as it cools because its fat solidifies. Reheat it gently to make it liquid again; avoid high heat, which can burn the milk solids.
Melted Butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
95.76µg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
0.32mg · 2% DV
B12
0.02µg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.98µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
2.66mg · 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
Melted Butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Melted 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Melted Butter?
Melted Butter is butter warmed until liquid, sometimes heated further until fragrant or lightly browned. It is used as a cooking fat, a finishing drizzle or a dip, rather than being a dish on its own. Across many cuisines, it brings a rich, familiar buttery aroma to both savoury foods and baking.
Its smooth, pourable texture coats food easily, and a little adds plenty of flavour. It is commonly spooned over vegetables, potatoes, seafood or popcorn, and served alongside bread for dipping. Since it is high in fat, use a modest amount when you want the buttery taste without making a dish feel too rich; herbs, lemon or spices pair well with it.
How Nutritious Is Melted 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 Melted 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 Melted Butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Melted 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
Melted Butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.19g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.8:1).
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