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A dense, pale golden-yellow butter sits in a softly irregular mound with a smooth surface and faint ridges.
●Low GI

Tulum butter Calories

Traditional dairy butter with very high fat content

CALORIES · 100 G

717kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

24mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Tulum 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.

Tulum 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%

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

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories100 kcal
Total fat11.4 g15%
Saturated fat7.2 g36%
Trans fat0.46 g
Sodium1.54 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0 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 Tulum butter?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)14 g100 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g36 kcal
1 slice (thin)10 g72 kcal
1 slice (thick)20 g143 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)28 g201 kcal
1 serving (small)30 g215 kcal
1 serving (medium)50 g359 kcal
100 g100 g717 kcal
1 piece (whole)250 g1793 kcal

Calculated from 717 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tulum butter

What is Tulum butter?

Tulum butter is a traditional Turkish butter associated with regional production and, in some versions, storage in a tulum, a traditional skin container. Recipes vary by region, so the name alone does not specify one exact method or milk source.

How is Tulum butter made?

Tulum butter can be made by churning cream or the cream separated from yogurt until butter forms, then draining and washing it. In some traditional preparations, the butter is packed or aged in a tulum; methods differ between producers.

How is Tulum butter different from regular butter?

Tulum butter is distinguished mainly by its regional production and sometimes by storage in a tulum, which can give it a more pronounced aroma. Its saltiness and flavor vary, while it is used much like other butter.

What does Tulum butter taste like?

Tulum butter usually tastes rich and buttery, and some versions have a stronger, more distinctive aroma from their production or storage. The exact flavor varies by region and maker, so it may be milder or more pronounced.

Is Tulum butter made from goat's milk?

Not necessarily. Tulum butter may be made from different milk sources, depending on the region and producer; the word “tulum” does not by itself mean the butter is made from goat’s milk. Check the product description if the source matters to you.

Is Tulum butter salted?

Tulum butter may be salted or unsalted. Salt levels depend on the producer and local method, so taste it before adding salt to a dish, especially when using it in rice, eggs, or pastry.

How do you use Tulum butter in cooking?

Use Tulum butter like other butter: melt it into eggs, rice, soups, or baked goods. Its flavor can stand out more than that of mild butter, so start with a modest amount and cook it over moderate heat to avoid burning.

Can Tulum butter be used instead of regular butter?

Yes, Tulum butter can replace regular butter in most cooking and baking, but its stronger flavor and possible salt content may change the result. For baking, use an unsalted version when possible or adjust the recipe’s added salt.

How should Tulum butter be stored?

Keep Tulum butter covered in the refrigerator and use a clean, dry utensil each time. Leaving it out for long periods can speed spoilage; after opening, follow the storage instructions supplied by the maker.

Can you freeze Tulum butter?

Yes, Tulum butter can be frozen. Wrap it well or place it in an airtight container, preferably in portions, and thaw it in the refrigerator. Its texture may change slightly after thawing, but it remains suitable for cooking.

Tulum 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

Iodine

3.36µg · 2% DV

Phosphorus

3.36mg · 0% DV

Calcium

3.36mg · 0% DV

Selenium

0.14µg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

3.36mg · 0% DV

Sodium

1.54mg · 0% DV

Tulum 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 Tulum butter

To burn the 100 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 Tulum butter?

Tulum butter is a traditional Turkish butter made by churning cream, with a name linked to regional dairy-making traditions. Its exact production and storage can vary by producer. Like other butter, it has a rich, rounded dairy flavour and firms up when chilled, then melts readily into warm food.

In Turkey, it is commonly spread on bread at breakfast and used to enrich eggs, pilaf and pastries. It is very high in fat—81.1 g per 100 g—so a little adds plenty of richness. Try it on warm bread or stir a modest amount into a dish near the end of cooking to bring out its flavour without using too much.

How Nutritious Is Tulum butter?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 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 Tulum 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 Tulum 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 Tulum butter Good For?

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

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Tulum butter Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.94g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.42g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 7.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (7.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.