Grocery · 16 oz
Unsalted Butter, 16 oz
What it is
This is a block of unsalted butter, a dairy product made from churning milk or cream. It is a solid fat at room temperature but softens and melts when heated. Unsalted butter is a common ingredient in baking and cooking, providing richness, flavor, and texture to a wide range of dishes. Its smooth consistency makes it easy to incorporate into batters, sauces, and doughs.
How people cook with it
Unsalted butter is a versatile staple in kitchens everywhere. It is used in both sweet and savory preparations.
- Baking cakes and cookies
- Sautéing vegetables
- Making sauces and gravies
- Spreading on toast
To use, simply remove the desired amount from its packaging. For baking, it is often best when softened to room temperature, which allows it to cream easily with sugar for lighter textures. In cooking, it can be melted in a pan to sauté ingredients or added to sauces for a smooth, rich finish. It can also be used to grease pans, preventing food from sticking. When making doughs, cold butter is sometimes cut into flour for flaky results.
How it differs from similar foods
Unsalted butter differs from salted butter by the absence of added salt. This allows the cook to control the saltiness of the final dish more precisely, which is particularly important in baking where salt levels can affect flavor and texture. The flavor profile is also a pure expression of the dairy fat itself.
Who it is for
Home cooks and professional chefs alike rely on unsalted butter for its predictable performance and pure flavor.
How to keep the rest
To store the remaining butter, rewrap it tightly in its original packaging or place it in an airtight container. Keep it refrigerated to maintain its firmness and freshness. It can also be frozen for longer-term storage, though it may soften slightly upon thawing.