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Homemade Butter Recipe

Irresistibly Creamy Homemade Butter Recipe You'll Love

Enjoy making this Homemade Butter Recipe with just two ingredients for a fresh and delicious spread.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 1 batch
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 102
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Butter
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream Use high-fat cream for best results.
  • to taste teaspoon salt Optional, adjust or omit for unsalted butter.
Optional Flavorings
  • 2 cloves minced garlic For garlic butter variation.
  • 2 tablespoons honey For a sweet butter variation.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the mixer by pouring 2 cups of heavy whipping cream into the bowl and secure using the whisk attachment.
  2. Whip the cream on medium-high speed until it thickens and forms stiff peaks, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Continue mixing past the stiff peak stage until the mixture separates into clumps of butter and buttermilk, about 2-3 minutes more.
  4. Carefully pour out the liquid buttermilk into a separate container for later use.
  5. Transfer the collected butter into a bowl of ice water and knead gently to wash away remaining buttermilk.
  6. Mix in salt to taste, and any optional flavorings like garlic or honey. Shape the butter and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 102kcalProtein: 0.1gFat: 11.5gSaturated Fat: 7.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 56mgVitamin A: 355IU

Notes

Use high-fat cream for the best flavor and texture. Start with small amounts when adding flavorings like garlic or honey.

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