Description
Elevate your bread experience with these five delightful compound butter variations. Each butter spread blends creamy butter with unique flavorings, from sweet pomegranate and cinnamon to savory chive and garlic. Perfect for entertaining or everyday indulgence, these quick and versatile spreads add a gourmet touch with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Pomegranate Butter
- 1 cup softened butter
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chopped almonds
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Cinnamon Butter
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Blackberry Butter
- 1 cup softened butter
- 3 tablespoons blackberries
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Chive Butter
- 1 cup softened butter
- 2–3 tablespoons chopped chives
- ¼ teaspoon each: oregano, rosemary, thyme, basil
- â…› teaspoon cracked black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Garlic Butter
- 1 cup softened butter
- 2–3 cloves roasted garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped basil
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare Butter: Begin with room temperature butter to ensure it mixes smoothly and evenly.
- Cream Butter: Using a stand mixer or hand beaters, mix the butter until it becomes creamy and fluffy in texture.
- Add Ingredients: For the basic butters like Chive and Garlic, blend all ingredients except fresh fruits together thoroughly. For the fruit-based butters (Pomegranate, Cinnamon, Blackberry), mix the non-fruit ingredients first, then gradually fold in the fresh fruits to preserve their texture and flavor.
- Transfer & Serve: Spoon the finished compound butter into ramekins or spread directly onto a serving board. Garnish with complementary toppings such as extra nuts, herbs, or fruit seeds as desired.
- Accompany: Serve with your favorite bread or crackers for a perfect spread that can be prepared ahead and served chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use softened butter to ensure smooth blending without lumps.
- Adjust sweetness or saltiness to taste depending on your preference.
- Fresh fruits should be gently incorporated to maintain their texture and color.
- Compound butters can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Serve these butters as a versatile addition to bread, muffins, or grilled vegetables.