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Earth Balance Whippped Spread, 13 Oz
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Earth Balance Whippped Spread, 13 Oz

Earth Balance
13 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
0g
Protein
100mg
Sodium
33
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Earth Balance Whipped Spread (13 oz) is a chilled, plant-based buttery spread sold in a small plastic tub with a resealable lid. In the store you'll find it in the refrigerated spreads aisle alongside dairy butter, margarine, and other plant-based spreads and tubbed vegan products — often near the organic or natural foods section. It works as an everyday pantry-to-fridge staple for toast at breakfast, quick sauteing, melting on pancakes or corn on the cob, and as a swap-in for butter in baking or holiday sides. The brand leans into eco- and plant-friendly positioning: marketed to vegans, flexitarians, and shoppers seeking dairy alternatives with a “buttery” flavor and organic ingredients, Earth Balance is associated with wholesome, sustainable living and modern convenience. Labels emphasize plant-based, organic ingredients (note the asterisked organic oils), “great buttery taste,” and friendly, natural-sounding claims rather than child-focused or indulgent candy-style branding. Visually it reads as a health-forward spread: clean type, ingredient callouts, and simple claims that create a health halo even though the product is a processed blend of refined oils. From a processing standpoint, it’s an industrially formulated spread built from refined vegetable oils, water, and small amounts of emulsifiers and flavors. Sensory-wise it’s airy and light thanks to whipping — soft straight from the fridge, easy to spread on bread, and quick to melt in a pan; the ritual is scoop, spread, and reseal the tub. The overall story: a convenient, plant-centered buttery substitute that fits modern grocery carts and cooking rituals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 33
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium100mg4%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, VEGETABLE, OIL, BLEND, (PALM*,, SOYBEAN*,, CANOLA*, AND, EXTRA, VIRGIN, OLIVE*, OILS, ),, WATER,, SALT,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, NATURAL, FLAVOR*,, DEFATTED, SOY, FLOUR*,, SOY, LECITHIN*,, LACTIC, ACID,, ANNATTO, EXTRACT, (COLOR)*. *Organic, Ingredients.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • palm oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • annatto extract - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The product is an industrially formulated spread made from refined vegetable oil blends and additives (emulsifiers, flavors, defatted soy flour), which fits the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Earth Balance Whippped Spread, 13 Oz

The definition of 'healthy' can vary from person to person, but Earth Balance Whipped Spread is a dairy-free alternative that’s low in sugar and doesn’t contain added sugars or preservatives. It's great for those looking to reduce dairy intake or avoid certain allergens, but keep in mind it does have a blend of vegetable oils, which some people prefer to limit. So, it’s all about balance!

Perfect For

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