Know your cut
These Butteries have been carefully refined to honour the way they were traditionally made, restoring the depth of flavour and texture that made them a North East staple. By moving away from modern shortcuts and reintroducing time-honoured methods — including the use of lard — the result is a far superior version of this much-loved classic.
A firm favourite with locals and ex-pats alike, Butteries — also known as Rowies or Aberdeen Rolls — are a true taste of the North East of Scotland. These aren’t the pale imitations found on supermarket shelves, but the real thing: rich, flaky, and unmistakably indulgent.
Distinct from any ordinary roll, Butteries have a uniquely layered texture, somewhere between a croissant and a flatbread, with a satisfying savoury richness. Traditionally made to sustain fishermen heading out to sea, they were designed to be filling, flavoursome, and long-lasting.
Enjoy them warm with butter, topped with jam, or simply on their own. However you eat them, these are proper Butteries — a proud slice of Scottish baking heritage, made the way they should be.
Bella Gardner (verified owner) –
So delicious. Not had them since I was a child. Was not disappointed.
Will be buying more.
William fiddes (verified owner) –
Can’t beat these and now healthier than they were when I was a child. Can’t see how these have not got popular away from Aberdeen but lucky that we can get them by post.
Steven Scott (verified owner) –
Absolutely delicious, and great value for money too. Rowies were crisp and not too soft and doughy, just like I used to get from Aitkens Bakery in Aberdeen… perfect.
carolann keith (verified owner) –
OMG just so moreish bought to share with family who loved them…definitely ordering again like now!
Joyce Wright (verified owner) –
These are my favourite, was born and bred in Aberdeen and havent had the chance to get back up there. so pleased when I found this site where I can order them, thank you so much
Dr Julian Hobbs –
great value and delivery is prompt
Farook Jauforally (verified owner) –
Ordered one pack of rowies/butteries recently after visiting a Scottish friend who surprised us with rowies for breakfast. They are absolutely delicious either toasted or eaten cold.
On return home, I ordered a pack and my two daughters love them. Well recommended. Delivered to our address so quickly and well packed too.
jackiecraig31 (verified owner) –
We love these, my husband from Aberdeenshire grew up having butteries as a teatime treat. We now have a 10 hour journey to get some at a bakery, so it’s great to have them delivered. We pass a few on to OH’s sister who also loves having some as a special treat!