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How many calories in
buttermilk?

Buttermilk is around 40 calories per 100g, with 3.3g of protein, 4.8g of carbs, and 0.9g of fat. Lower-fat option in the dairy category.

40
kcal · 100g
3.3g
Protein
4.8g
Carbs
0.9g
Fat
Servings

Common serving sizes.

Calories scale with portion. Here's how a typical buttermilk serving translates in your tracker:

Serving
Calories
Protein
3 oz (85g)
34 kcal
2.8g
4 oz (113g)
45 kcal
3.7g
1 cup (~150g)
60 kcal
4.9g
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FAQ

Quick answers.

How many calories in buttermilk?

Buttermilk has approximately 40 calories per 100g. A typical serving — 3 oz (85g) — comes in at 34 calories.

How much protein is in buttermilk?

3.3g of protein per 100g. That puts buttermilk at roughly 8.2g of protein per 100 calories — a useful lens when comparing to other dairy sources.

How do I log buttermilk accurately?

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Is buttermilk good for weight loss?

It depends on your overall calorie target. Buttermilk is naturally low-calorie at 40 kcal per 100g, so it's easy to fit into a deficit.