DIY homemade butter from heavy whipping cream. If you've ever wanted to try making your own butter from scratch, here's your recipe! Show
5 from 15 votes Prep Time 7 hours Jump to Recipe DIY Make Your Own Butter – heavy cream and salt are all you need to make homemade butter that is more delicious than any you ever bought at the grocery store. Spread some on warm bread for a heavenly treat. Making your own butter is easier than you think! You just need two ingredients – heavy cream and salt. And the best part? It’s cheaper than store-bought and doesn’t have any additives at all. Plus, you can customize the flavor of your DIY butter to your liking by adding salt, herbs, and other spices. In this recipe post, I’ll show you how to make homemade butter using a stand mixer or hand mixer. Let’s get started! Okay. I know there’s a less than zero chance that anyone who reads this blog is ever going to make their own butter. I also already know that you think I’m totally crazy for doing it, too, so please don’t feel that you have to comment on that :-) Thank you very much. It was just one of those things I’d never done and I wanted to see if I could do it. You understand, right? And let me tell you something…you have never, ever tasted butter that tastes like this! Oh. My. Gracious. Goodness. It’s so much sweeter, so much butterier than any I’ve ever had. And it only took about ten minutes from start to finish. So, some weekend when you have nothing else to do, buy a quart of heavy cream and make yourself some homemade butter. Then spread it on some lovely warm bread. You’ll absolutely love it! Table of Contents
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How to Make Homemade ButterBefore You StartBefore starting, you’ll need to “ripen” the cream by letting it stand at room temperature for 4 to 6 hours. During the ripening, it will thicken and become just mildly sour. This helps to give the butter a good, rich taste. After ripening, cool the cream again in your refrigerator for about an hour. Beat the Cream Until the Butter Separates
Wash the Butter
How to StoreUse a glass or ceramic jar or container to store the butter as it’s known to absorb flavors and plastic containers tend to have residue. The leftover liquid that you poured off is the buttermilk. It can be saved for later use as well. You’ll just need to store it in a jar with a tight fitting lid. Store both the butter and buttermilk in the refrigerator. Serving SuggestionsBesides freshly baked bread, homemade butter goes great in all types of recipes from savory to sweet. I recommend trying it in my Champ (Irish Potatoes), Cheese Grits, and on top of my Cheesy Chile Cornbread! If you’re looking for a decadent dessert, go with a Mississippi Mud Cake, Saltine Cracker Toffee, or delicious Classic Peanut Brittle. QuestionsHow much butter does one quart of heavy cream make? One quart of cream makes about one pound of butter, although it depends on how heavy (fat) the cream is. What can I do with the buttermilk? Buttermilk is great for making biscuits or pancakes! It also works well in any recipe that calls for regular milk, such as homemade macaroni and cheese, lazy daisy cake, and more. Do I have to let my heavy whipping cream sit out before making the butter? No, you can make butter with cold cream but the flavor will be much richer if you let the cream mellow at room temperature before you begin. Can I make butter in a food processor? Absolutely! You can use a food processor. Just make sure to watch the butter closely for separation and once that happens, turn off the processor. More Recipes You’ll Like
Have you tried this recipe? I’d really appreciate you giving it a star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating in the recipe card or in the comments section. Here’s a beautiful, classic way to store your homemade butter! Ceramic French Butter Keeper With Lid from: Etsy (Disclosure: I’m an affiliate and will receive compensation if you purchase. This does not change your purchase price.) RecipeHow to Make Homemade ButterDIY homemade butter from heavy whipping cream. If you've ever wanted to try making your own butter from scratch, here's your recipe! 5 from 15 votes Print It Rate It SaveSaved!Course: Condiments and Extras Cuisine: American Prep Time: 7 hours Total Time: 7 hours Servings: 32 servings Calories: 102kcal Author: Lana Stuart Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Ingredients
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NotesOne quart of cream makes about 1 pound of butter, although it depends on how heavy (fat) the cream is.One serving = 1 tablespoon. Nutrition InformationServing: 1 | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 229mg | Potassium: 22mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 435IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg Nutrition information is calculated by software based on the ingredients in each recipe. It is an estimate only and is provided for informational purposes. You should consult your health care provider or a registered dietitian if precise nutrition calculations are needed for health reasons. Share on Facebook Pin RecipeTried this recipe? Pin it for Later!Follow @LanasCookingBlog or tag #LanasCooking! — This post was originally published on April 2, 2009. It has been updated with new photos and additional information. Why is my whipping cream not turning into butter?Using room temperature cream is the cardinal sin of whipped creamery and the number one reason for whipped cream not thickening. If it reaches above 10°C, the fat inside the cream will not emulsify, meaning it can't hold the air particles which allow it to maintain fluffy peaks.
How long do you have to shake whipping cream to make butter?How does the heavy whipping cream change as you shake the jar? As the cream thickens (within a couple of minutes of when you start shaking), keep shaking the jar! Shake the jar until butter forms. This could take between five to 20 minutes.
How do you turn cream into butter?Pour heavy cream into a food processor or blender. Process on high until butter separates, about 10 minutes. Strain off liquid, then press butter into a small bowl with the back of a spoon to further remove liquid. Season with salt.
Can you shake heavy whipping cream into butter?You can use a glass jar with a tightly fitting lid to shake the heavy cream, (with or without salt) until it forms a solid lump of butter. Remove the solid and strain away the liquid. How long does it take to shake heavy whipping cream into butter? It will take about 10-20 minutes of shaking.
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