Is Butter Healthy?
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The healthiest fats are animal fats, coconut oil and olive oil so you may be forgiven for thinking that ALL butter is healthy and you were avoiding inflammatory seed oils (so-called "vegetable oils") by eating butter. But soft butter is adulterated!
For example, Lurpak Soft butter is made spreadable directly from the fridge by adding rapeseed oil (or canola oil) to their standard butter, along with water and sometimes buttermilk, rather than using chemical additives. This blend of dairy butter and oil ensures it remains soft for easy spreading.
Key Ingredients in Lurpak Soft Varieties
• Rapeseed/Canola Oil: The primary ingredient added to keep the butter soft.
• Water: Helps create a spreadable emulsion.
• Buttermilk: Used in "Softest" versions for a creamier texture.
• Lactic Culture & Salt: Used for flavor and preservation
I used to make it with my kindergartners. Get a clean jar with a tight fitting lid, pour in heavy whipping cream and shake until butter forms. It was fun to watch their amazement. You can also do this in a stand mixer with a whisk attachment. It’s not hard. I promise.