How to Make Homemade Butter: A Simple and Delicious Recipe
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to make your own fresh homemade butter? Imagine the satisfaction of spreading rich and creamy butter on your favorite bread or using it to enhance the flavors of your culinary creations.
Servings: 8 servings, 1 cup
Calories: 202kcal
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Kitchen Essentials
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Glass Mixing Bowl
Stainless Steel Bowls
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Ingredients
- 2 Cups Heavy Cream preferably organic and at room temperature
- Salt optional, to taste
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Instructions
- Pour the heavy cream into a mixing bowl.
- Using an electric mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip the cream on medium-high speed until it thickens.
- Continue whipping the cream until it goes through several stages: from thickened cream to whipped cream and eventually to the separation stage. This process will take approximately 5-8 minutes.
- As the cream continues to whip, you'll notice it starts to separate into yellow butterfat and a liquid known as buttermilk.
- Once the separation occurs and you see solid butterfat clumps floating in the buttermilk, stop whipping immediately. This indicates that the butterfat has fully separated from the cream.
- Using a strainer or cheesecloth, strain out the buttermilk and reserve it for other culinary uses if desired.
- Rinse the butterfat under cold running water while gently kneading it to remove any remaining buttermilk. This step is crucial to prevent the butter from spoiling quickly.
- If desired, add a pinch of salt to the butter and knead it into the butter gently for flavor enhancement. Adjust the amount of salt according to your preference.
- Shape the butter into a block, roll it into a log, or use molds to create fun shapes. Wrap the butter tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper to preserve its freshness.
- Refrigerate the butter for at least 1 hour before using to allow it to solidify and develop a firmer texture.
Notes
The additional hour of refrigeration is optional but recommended for optimal results. It helps the butter to solidify and become easier to spread.
This recipe yields approximately 1 cup of homemade butter, which can be used in various recipes or enjoyed on bread, toast, or other dishes.
Enjoy your homemade butter, and feel free to experiment with different flavors or techniques to personalize your butter-making experience!
Nutrition
Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 57mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 875IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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