A dairy product made from churned cream, used in cooking and baking worldwide.
Calories per 1 tbsp (14g)
717
kcal% Daily Value
A serving of Butter (1 tbsp (14g)) contains 717kcal of calories, which is 36% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that butter is a significant source of calories compared to other dairy.
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