butterfat

• Жировой компонент молока, который отделяется и используется для производства сливочного масла.

The fatty component of milk that is separated and used to produce butter.

uncountable

1. Milk fatB2formalculinary

   The natural fat present in milk, which is separated to produce butter and cream.

   Молочный жир

   • Butterfat gives butter its rich flavor and creamy texture.
   • Whole milk contains about 3.5% butterfat.
   • The butterfat content in cream determines its thickness.