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Energy
628 kcal · 31% DV target
A versatile plant-based emulsion designed to mimic the creamy mouthfeel and melting properties of dairy fat, vegan butter typically leverages a blend of vegetable oils to provide a cholesterol-free alternative for baking and spreading.
Vegan butter typically contributes fewer calories from saturated fat than dairy butter, which aligns with dietary patterns linked to improved cardiovascular health and lower blood pressure .1
Many vegan spreads are formulated with oils like canola, which provide alpha-linolenic acid (an essential omega-3 fatty acid that the body can convert into EPA and DHA) .1
While vegan diets are generally associated with lower body weight and improved blood sugar management, some processed plant-based alternatives can be significantly higher in sodium than traditional versions .89
The health impact of vegan butter often depends on what it replaces; substituting plant-based fats for red meat or high-fat dairy is consistently linked to better long-term health outcomes .1112
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
628 kcal · 31% DV target
63.0 g · 81% DV target
22.6 g · 113% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.02 g · 2% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
2.10 g · Top 3% of fats & oils
8.56 g · Top 4% of fats & oils
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Keep in original packaging to prevent odor absorption.
Thaw in the refrigerator before use.
Plant-based fats generally have a significantly lower carbon and water footprint than dairy-based fats.
The first commercial plant-based spreads were developed in the 19th century as a response to butter shortages, though modern versions now use sophisticated emulsification to achieve a texture nearly identical to animal-derived butter.