Butter vs Ghee (Clarified Butter)
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Butter
per 100g
Fats & OilsGhee (Clarified Butter)
per 100g
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Butter | Ghee (Clarified Butter) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 717kcal | 900kcal |
| Protein | 0.9g | 0g |
| Carbs | 0.1g | 0g |
| Fat | 81.1g | 100g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0g |
| Sodium | 11mg | 2mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Butter has 183 fewer calories per 100g than Ghee (Clarified Butter) (26% less).
- Butter delivers more protein (0.9g vs 0g per 100g).
- Butter contains less fat (81.1g vs 100g).
- Ghee (Clarified Butter) has less sugar (0g vs 0.1g).
Butter
Butter is nearly pure fat: over 700 kcal per 100g, with the majority as saturated fat. It provides vitamin A and small amounts of vitamins E, D, and K2. Used sparingly for flavor, it is generally compatible with a balanced diet; large daily quantities raise LDL cholesterol for many people.
View Butter nutrition →Ghee (Clarified Butter)
Ghee is butter with the water and milk solids removed, leaving nearly pure fat with a high smoke point and no lactose. It is mostly saturated fat and very calorie-dense; like butter, it is best used sparingly for flavor.
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