Unsalted butter is a rich, creamy dairy product made from churning fresh cream, which separates the butterfat from the buttermilk. Without added salt, it has a pure, delicate taste that highlights its natural sweetness and mild nuttiness. The absence of salt allows its nuanced flavors to shine through, making it ideal for baking, where precise control of salt content is essential. Its texture is smooth and spreadable when softened, with a pale golden color that enhances dishes without overpowering them.