Garlic Herb Butter is one of those chef secrets that make everything over the top good. This butter takes everything to the next level, so rich and decadent and so easy!
This Garlic Herb Butter is great on anything and everything, honestly, I would eat it on a spoon by itself. All you need is a mixer and a few ingredients and you are good to go.
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- 20 Minutes: The mixer really does all the work.
- Easy Ingredients: All handy and easy.
- Family Friendly: It just makes everything better.
- Adaptable: Can make so many different combinations.
What You Need to Make Compound Butter
Ingredients
- Heavy whipping cream: This recipe makes the butter from scratch using heavy cream. However, you can easily shortcut this but using unsalted butter instead.
- House Seasoning Blend
- Fresh thyme: You really should use fresh thyme for this recipe. While dried thyme will work in a pinch, the flavor will be much better if it’s fresh.
- Fresh Rosemary: Just like the thyme, fresh Rosemary works best in this recipe.
Equipment
How to Make Garlic Herb Butter
- In Blender: First, place the heavy cream in a stand mixer and whisk on medium speed for 3 minutes. Once thickened, increase the speed to high and whisk for 5 minutes out until butter form in the whisk and separates from the buttermilk.
- Next Step Here: Second, once butter is formed strain away from buttermilk using cheese cloth. Form the butter into a ball and drain the butter milk. Discard or use the butter milk and then add butter, garlic, House Seasoning Blend, minced thyme and minced Rosemary back into the mixture; Mix together for 2 minutes.
- Use: Finally, use immediately or form into a log and refrigerate for 1-2 weeks.
Common Questions About Garlic Herb Butter
In an airtight container is best. If you are forming it into a log wrap in wax or parchment paper until ready to use.
Of course, use what your family enjoys but this recipe is particularly good.
Indeed this recipe can be halved for small gatherings or increased for party entertaining.
It is great to freeze for up to 6 months. Freeze in pieces and just take out what you need.
Yes! It is recommended, it gives all the flavors a chance to meld together.
This is technically a finishing butter, the cherry on top of the cake, but it is also very versatile. So use for such things as:
>On top of vegetables, like corn on the cob.
>No Knead Easy Dinner Rolls
>On Steak or other meats to finish off the flavor
> Pasta
>Perfect Brown Rice
Expert Tips for Making Garlic Herb Butter
- Add Heat: Do not be afraid to add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flake.
- Short cut tip: Feel free to use unsalted store bought butter.
- Variation tip: Organic ingredients can be used for a healthier option.
- Zing: A little lemon zest or juice adds a nice fresh burst of flavor.
- Herbs: Experiment with different herbs like dill or chives.
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Garlic Herb Butter
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 4 teaspoons House Seasoning Blend
- 4 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh Rosemary, minced
Instructions
- Place the heavy cream in a stand mixer and whisk on medium speed for 3 minutes. Cream will start to whip and thicken.
- Once thickened, increase the speed to high and whisk for 5 minutes out until butter form in the whisk and separates from the buttermilk. You’ll want to cover the bowl to avoid splashing.
- Once butter is formed strain away from buttermilk using cheese cloth. Form the butter into a ball and drain the butter milk. Discard or use the butter milk.
- Add butter, garlic, House Seasoning Blend, minced thyme and minced Rosemary back into the mixture; Mix together for 2 minutes.
- Use immediately or form into a log and refrigerate for 1-2 weeks.
Expert Tips
- Add Heat: Do not be afraid to add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flake.
- Short cut tip: Feel free to use unsalted store bought butter.
- Variation tip: Organic ingredients can be used for a healthier option.
- Zing: A little lemon zest or juice adds a nice fresh burst of flavor.
- Herbs: Experiment with different herbs like dill or chives.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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If I using unsalted store bought butter, how much should I use relative to the other ingredients listed?
This recipe will yield two cups so thee same amount of store bought butter.
Such a simple recipe and a must for all of your holiday meals!
Thank you so much for sharing this delicious and really tasty garlic herb butter recipe! So easy to make as well! Highly recommended!