The Europe Buttermilk Market size was calculated to be USD 256.79 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to be worth USD 285.64 billion by 2033, from USD 259.85 billion in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 1.19% during the forecast period.
Buttermilk is made by whisking low-acidity fresh or pasteurized cream. It's usually served cold after adding black salt, cumin powder, and finely chopped coriander leaves. There are two types of Buttermilk available on the market. It is an essential part of a well-balanced diet and has been taken as a snack in India for millennia. It has achieved massive popularity in Europe due to a scorching summer, as it provides relief from the sun's heat. Buttermilk is also frequently used in ice cream, dairy sauces, and various confectionery products, resulting in increased demand. Buttermilk's remarkable properties, such as emulsion, foaming, water binding, flavor enhancement, and others, have pushed its use. When stored in a dry, out of direct sunlight setting, whey powder has an average shelf life of up to one year from the date of manufacturing.
Buttermilk comprises various health benefits, such as aiding digestion, easing inflammation, and strengthening the immune system, which has propelled the expansion of the buttermilk market in Europe and rising consumer health awareness. It's also used to manufacture ice cream, dairy sauces, and various confectionery products in the food business. As a result, demand for whey has surged, propelling the industry forward. With the introduction of new whey such as curry leaves, ginger, green peppers, cumin seeds, coriander, and pepper with a long shelf life, as well as products with classic flavors and spices, demand for Buttermilk is likely to increase. Buttermilk was the liquid left behind after removing cultured or fermented cream butter. Traditionally, the milk was kept for a long time before the cream was degreased into whole milk to separate the cream and milk. Bacteria naturally make lactic acid in milk fermented during this time. In addition, fat is a low pH cream incorporated more efficiently than fat in fresh cream, facilitating the folding process. By inhibiting the growth of potentially hazardous microbes, the acidic atmosphere also extends shelf life. The cream at facilities that used a cream separator, on the other hand, was barely sour. Buttermilk is high in potassium, vitamins, especially vitamin B12, calcium, vitamins, carbohydrate proteins, and lipids necessary for the breakdown of riboflavin.
Moreover, Buttermilk is high in phosphorus, which aids in producing RNA and DNA that has been broken by chance or the process. As a result, many industry specialists are interested in the product because of its numerous health benefits and applications. Buttermilk is also high in phosphorous, which helps the body maintain energy, filter waste from the kidneys, and develop strong teeth and bones.
Due to the poor perception of packaged meals' health impact, the majority of the people choose homemade cuisine. This is the primary feature that is responsible for slowing down the growth of the Europe buttermilk market.
Depending on the type, the Europe Buttermilk Market is segmented into liquid Buttermilk and buttermilk powder. Buttermilk powder tends to dominate the Europe buttermilk market due to the increasing health-conscious demographics. Buttermilk powder has the benefits of dairy and Buttermilk. Still, it can also be used as a dairy substitute by lactose-intolerant people because it is made from yogurt and water. The combination of both is safe for lactose-intolerant people. It is enriched with potassium, vitamins, especially vitamins B12, calcium, and riboflavin, a vitamin that helps the body absorb iron.
The Europe Buttermilk Market is segmented into Confectionery, Frozen Desserts And Ice Cream, Bakery, Dairy-based, Beverages, Specialty Foods, Soups And Sauces, Salad Dressings And Others. Bakery application is anticipated to have the largest Europe buttermilk market. It's used to make biscuits, pancakes, waffles, muffins, and cakes since it has a tangy flavor and a thicker consistency than milk. Buttermilk lends a soft, moist, and sensitive texture to baked foods. Its acidity activates baking soda and functions as a raising agent in recipes.
The Europe Buttermilk Market Report includes the segmentation of countries:
Europe is anticipated to have a high demand for the buttermilk market during 2023 - 2028. Buttermilk is one of Germany's most popular summer drinks, with practically all of the country's foremost dairies competing for market share with market leader Muller Milk. As a result, the European Union's buttermilk and buttermilk powder market revenue increased dramatically to $1.8 billion in 2018, up 5% from the previous year. In 2018, the United Kingdom (186K tonnes), Germany (140K tonnes), and France (134K tonnes) used the most buttermilk and buttermilk powder, accounting for 30 percent of overall consumption.
Major key Players in the Europe Buttermilk Market are Amul, Arla foods, Dairy America, Sodiaal Group, Fonterra, Dairy Farmers of America, Glanbia, Valley Milk, Associated Milk Producers, and Arion Dairy Products
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