Homemade Butter

Recipe View 5 mins Gather your ingredients: Ensure the heavy cream is well-chilled for optimal butter formation. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Churn the cream: Pour the chilled heavy cream into a food processor. Process on high speed. Initially, the cream will whip and form peaks, then begin to separate into butter and buttermilk. This process typically takes around 8-12 minutes, but may vary depending on your food processor. (8-12 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Separate the butter: Once the butter has separated from the buttermilk, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth. Reserve the buttermilk for use in baking or other recipes. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Rinse and knead: Rinse the butter under cold water while gently kneading it with your hands. This helps to remove any remaining buttermilk, which can cause the butter to spoil faster. Continue rinsing and kneading until the water runs clear. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Season and shape: Transfer the butter to a clean bowl. If desired, sprinkle with sea salt and mix well. Shape the butter into a log or other desired form using parchment paper. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Chill and store: Wrap the shaped butter tightly in parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up. (2 hours)

Recipe View 30 mins Serve: Enjoy your homemade butter on toast, scones, or any other favorite dishes!