Salted vs. unsalted butter: What’s the difference? You guessed it, salt!
Salted butter has salt added, while unsalted does not, so they’re not created equal when it comes to cooking and baking.
Some tips to keep in mind:
Brands use different salt-to-cream ratios in their salted butter, so you won’t have exact control over the salt in your dishes Salted butter can include a variety of salt types, from table salt to sea salt and everything in between Bakers beware: Salted butter contains more water than unsalted, so it may be more difficult to get that flaky texture you’re afterIf you plan to do a lot of holiday baking this year, remember unsalted butter is a baker’s best friend for cookies and cakes. However, salted butter is great for spreading (like on toast), in sauces and for sautéing, where a little extra flavor is welcome.
If you ever need to swap one for the other, remember to adjust the salt in your recipe accordingly. (A quick rule is to reduce or add ¼ teaspoon salt per ½ cup butter.)
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