Fried butter

Fried butter

Dessert

Item Rating: 31/100

1 serving (100 grams) contains 850 calories, 2.0 grams of protein, 70.0 grams of fat, and 50.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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2023.8
calories
4.8
protein
119.0
carbohydrates
166.7
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (238.1g)
Calories
2023.8
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 166.7 g 213%
Saturated Fat 95.2 g 476%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 476.2 mg 158%
Sodium 952.4 mg 41%
Total Carbohydrates 119.0 g 43%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars 11.9 g
protein 4.8 g 9%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 47.6 mg 3%
Iron 1.2 mg 6%
Potassium 71.4 mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

⚠️ Contains trans fat
🧈 High saturated fat

Source of Calories

23.9%
1.0%
75.2%
Fat: 1500 cal (75.2%)
Protein: 19 cal (1.0%)
Carbs: 476 cal (23.9%)

About Fried butter

Fried Butter is a decadent novelty snack, often associated with American fair or carnival cuisine. The dish typically consists of butter, frozen solid and coated in a batter made from flour, sugar, and sometimes spices like cinnamon, before being deep-fried to golden perfection. Upon frying, the butter melts inside the crispy shell, creating a rich, gooey center. While undeniably indulgent, Fried Butter is high in saturated fats and calories, offering minimal nutritional benefits. Due to the nature of its ingredients and preparation, it is not considered a healthy choice and should ideally be enjoyed sparingly as an occasional treat. Its enticing flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture make it a unique experience for adventurous eaters, but its nutritional profile reflects its role as a celebratory or novelty food. This dish exemplifies the inventive yet unrestrained culinary spirit often seen in fairground fare.