Making homemade butter is easier than you think, and it only requires one simple ingredient: heavy cream! This process transforms rich cream into delicious, fresh butter, perfect for spreading on bread, adding to recipes, or enjoying by itself. Follow these easy steps for a creamy, satisfying result.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream (preferably chilled)
Instructions
- Chill Your Equipment: Start by placing your mixing bowl and beaters (or stand mixer bowl) in the fridge for about 10-15 minutes to chill.
- Whisk the Cream: Pour the heavy cream into the chilled bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium-high speed for about 5-10 minutes. The cream will first turn into whipped cream, and then begin to separate into butter and buttermilk.
- Separate the Buttermilk: Once the butter solids have formed and the liquid (buttermilk) is visible, stop mixing. Drain the buttermilk into a separate bowl. You can save it for baking or other uses.
- Rinse the Butter: Transfer the butter to a fine-mesh sieve or a clean bowl. Gently rinse the butter under cold water to remove any remaining buttermilk. You can use your hands or a spatula to squeeze out excess liquid.
- Knead and Season (optional): Knead the butter with your hands or a spatula to remove any remaining water. If desired, season with a pinch of salt.
- Store: Transfer the butter to a container and refrigerate. It’s ready to use once chilled!
Enjoy your homemade butter on fresh bread, pancakes, or as a topping for your favorite dishes!