Description
Learn how to make creamy and delicious milk butter at home with just a few simple steps!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- Ice water
Instructions
- Pour the heavy cream into a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl.
- Using a whisk attachment or hand mixer, beat the cream on medium-high speed until it thickens and forms stiff peaks.
- Continue beating until the cream separates into butter and buttermilk. This may take 10-15 minutes.
- Once the butter forms, pour off the buttermilk and set it aside. You can use it for baking or cooking.
- Place the butter in a bowl and rinse it under cold water, kneading gently to remove any remaining buttermilk.
- If desired, add salt to taste and mix well.
- Transfer the butter to a container and refrigerate. Enjoy your homemade milk butter!
Notes
- Make sure to use heavy cream for best results.
- You can flavor your butter with herbs, garlic, or spices if desired.
Keywords: how to make milk butter, homemade butter, easy butter recipe, dairy recipes