Supermarket warning issued to anyone buying butter

Whether you’re popping into the supermarket weekly or ordering your groceries online, the squeeze of escalating prices is likely to hit your household budget. As families across Britain look for methods to minimise food waste, Tesco has come forward with clever guidance to help shoppers save cash and prevent unnecessary spoilage.

The supermarket chain has issued important advice to shoppers regarding butter, a kitchen essential that can prove costly when it ends up in the bin. On its website, Tesco reveals that freezing butter can dramatically prolong its usability. Tesco said: “Bought more butter without realising you already had some? Pop one packet in the freezer, ready to have on standby.”

For those considering storing their butter in the freezer, Tesco provides simple instructions. The retailer explains: “Keep in its original wrapper or wrap in foil.

“Melt into recipes straight from frozen or grate from frozen chilled butter is key for light, tender pastry so use your frozen stash in this storecupboard cornflake tart or an impressive baked fig and custard tart.”

Therefore, if you’re attempting to maximise your fridge’s efficiency or your butter is approaching its use-by date, freezing might be an excellent option.

According to the Office for National Statistics, the average price of a block of butter (250g) has increased dramatically, from £2 in March 2024 to £2.43 in January 2025. 

Currently, the average price of butter in the UK supermarkets ranges from £2 to £3.50 for a 250g block.  

Tesco’s most expensive butter is Président French Slightly Salted Spreadable 250g, retailing for £3.60, and its cheapest alternative is Tesco British Unsalted Butter 250G (£1.99).