Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 42.8 kcal179.2 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 4.8 g
- Protein
- 3.5 g
- Total fat
- 1.1 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 92.5 mg
- Calcium
- 120.1 mg
Nutrition referenceMeat, Eggs & Dairy
Buttermilk
Buttermilk is a tangy, fermented dairy beverage used in baking and dressings. Per 100 ml it provides about 43 calories with 3.5 g protein.
42.8
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 4.8g
- Protein
- 3.5g
- Fat
- 1.1g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Buttermilk is a tangy, cultured dairy beverage traditionally left over after churning butter. It is commonly used in baking, marinades, and salad dressings.
Nutritionally, buttermilk is low in fat. Per 100 ml it provides about 43 kcal, 4.8 g of carbohydrates, 3.5 g of protein, and 1.1 g of fat. It also provides about 120 mg of calcium per 100 ml.
Buttermilk is often used as an ingredient rather than drunk on its own. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 ml. A typical cup (240 ml) provides roughly 103 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Buttermilk nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in buttermilk?
Buttermilk provides about 43 calories per 100 ml. A typical cup (240 ml) provides roughly 103 calories.
Is buttermilk low in fat?
Yes. Buttermilk provides only about 1.1 g of fat per 100 ml.
How much protein is in buttermilk?
Buttermilk provides about 3.5 g of protein per 100 ml.
