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Kerrygold Salted Sweet Sticks 4 x 4Oz.
Dairy
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Kerrygold Salted Sweet Sticks 4 x 4Oz.

Kerrygold
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
0g
Protein
100mg
Sodium
3
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kerrygold Salted Sweet Sticks (4 x 4 oz) sit in the refrigerated dairy aisle in the butter and spreads section, often displayed beside other premium European butters, stick margarine, and baking staples. The brand’s green-and-gold packaging and Irish provenance make it read like a small-batch, pasture-forward product on the shelf; shoppers will notice it near specialty cheeses and heavy cream as well as standard butter. This product suits a range of shopping occasions — from a weekend brunch where someone wants perfect toast and pancakes, to holiday baking when consistent butter flavor and portioned sticks are convenient. Kerrygold’s positioning leans into pastoral heritage and indulgence: marketing speaks to grass-fed cows, rich golden color, and an artisanal Irish tradition, appealing to home cooks, foodies, and families who prize taste and perceived quality. Labels commonly highlight “pasteurized cream” and simple ingredients, projecting a natural or wholesome halo; it is not typically marketed as organic, and there’s no child-focused branding. In plain terms the butter is lightly processed: churned cream with added salt, not a long list of additives. Sensory details are immediate — a dense, creamy texture that spreads smoothly when softened, a slightly nutty, grassy flavor and a vivid yellow hue from cow’s diet; the ritual is tactile and domestic: unwrapping foil-wrapped sticks from a cardboard box, slicing tablespoons for baking, spreading on hot toast or melting atop vegetables. Overall it reads as a premium, familiar pantry staple that elevates everyday cooking with a simple, rich ingredient story.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Servings per Container: 32
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Cholesterol30mg10%
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

Pasteurized, Cream,, Salt..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:2 / 4

Processed Ingredients

Why this score?

This is a minimally transformed dairy product made by churning pasteurized cream and adding salt, so it fits NOVA group 2 (processed culinary ingredient). There are no industrial additives or preservatives listed.

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Common Questions about Kerrygold Salted Sweet Sticks 4 x 4Oz.

The healthiness of Kerrygold Sweet Sticks really depends on your personal dietary goals. With 11g of fat per tablespoon, it offers a rich, creamy taste that can elevate many dishes, but if you're watching your fat intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation. It's not packed with protein or fiber, but as a butter alternative, it can be a delightful treat!

Perfect For

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holiday-baking
meal-prep-sunday

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