Making homemade butter is easy and fun! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create fresh, creamy butter right in your kitchen. Perfect for spreading on toast, using in baking, or enjoying on its own. Here’s how to make it from scratch!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream (preferably organic or from a local farm)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, for salted butter)
- Ice water (optional, for rinsing)
Instructions:
- Whip the Cream: Pour the heavy cream into a stand mixer or large mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the cream on medium-high speed. The cream will first turn into whipped cream, and then, after a few minutes, it will start to separate into butter and buttermilk.
- Separate the Butter and Buttermilk: Once the butter has formed, drain off the buttermilk (you can save it for other uses like baking or pancakes).
- Rinse the Butter: To ensure the butter lasts longer, rinse it under cold water. Press the butter gently to remove any remaining buttermilk. You can use a spatula or a spoon to help with this.
- Add Salt: If you like salted butter, add the salt and mix it in thoroughly.
- Shape and Store: Shape the butter into a block or ball and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy your homemade butter within a week or freeze for later use!
Enjoy your fresh homemade butter!