In moderation Butter Smoke point: ~150°C

Butter

Written by the VitaWhat editorial team · Medically reviewed by Steve Davis · Last reviewed 19 July 2026 · Editorial policy

A traditional dairy fat, high in saturated fat but rich in flavour.

Pros

  • Great flavour
  • Naturally minimally processed
  • Contains fat-soluble vitamins

Cons

  • High in saturated fat
  • Low smoke point (burns easily)
  • Not suitable for high-heat frying

Best uses

  • Baking
  • Finishing sauces
  • Spreading
  • Low-heat cooking

Sources & references

  1. Harvard T.H. Chan — Fats and Cholesterol
  2. American Heart Association — Healthy cooking oils

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