Homemade Butter

Serves: 1

Cook Time: 15mins

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Summary

Who knew homemade butter could be this simple? Just two ingredients, and you’ve got creamy, from-scratch butter AND fresh buttermilk—perfect for pancakes or biscuits!

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Ingredients

4 Cups Heavy Cream

½ Tsp Salt

Directions

1. Start with Cream

Pour your heavy cream into a stand mixer, and set it to whisk on medium speed.

2. Watch it Whip

First, it'll transform into fluffy whipped cream. Keep going. Soon enough, curds will start to form, and you’ll notice liquid separating from the butter. That liquid? It's buttermilk! Don’t toss it—save it for pancakes, biscuits, or anyother recipe that calls for buttermilk!

3. Rinse and Repeat

Once your butter has come together, give it a good rinse under cold water. Squeeze it gently until the water runs clear. This step is key to keeping your butter fresh.

4. Season and Serve

If you like your butter salted, now’s the time to sprinkle in a pinch. Shape it into a ball (or press it into a container), then store it in the fridge or, even better, spread it right away on some warm bread.

Notes

1. Use Cold Water

When rinsing your butter, stick to cold water to keep it firm and extend its freshness.

2. Add Flavor

For extra flair, mix in herbs, garlic, or even honey to create your own flavored butter.

3. Store It Right

Keep your butter wrapped tightly in parchment paper or an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week. You can also freeze it for longer storage!