Homemade Butter and Buttermilk

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Homemade Butter and Buttermilk
45 min.
8
607kcal

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There's something truly special about homemade butter and buttermilk that store-bought versions simply can't replicate. This delightful recipe invites you to experience the rich, creamy texture and fresh flavor of butter made right in your own kitchen. With just two simple ingredients—heavy cream and a pinch of salt—you can create a luxurious spread that elevates any meal.

Imagine slathering your freshly made butter on warm, crusty bread or using it to enhance your favorite dishes. The process is not only rewarding but also a fun culinary adventure. In about 45 minutes, you can transform ordinary heavy cream into thick, golden butter and tangy buttermilk, perfect for baking or cooking. Plus, this recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a homemade delight, this butter and buttermilk recipe is sure to impress. The satisfaction of creating something from scratch, combined with the incredible taste, makes this a must-try for any cooking enthusiast. So roll up your sleeves, grab your stand mixer, and let’s get churning!

Ingredients

  • cups heavy cream organic
  • 0.3 teaspoon sea salt fine

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • plastic wrap
  • stand mixer
  • colander

Directions

  1. Transfer cream to bowl of 5-quart electric stand mixer fitted with whisk attachment. Tightly cover top of bowl and mixer with plastic wrap. Beat cream at moderately high speed until it holds soft peaks, 10 to 12 minutes. Increase speed to high and beat until mixture separates into thick, pale-yellow butter and thin, liquid buttermilk, about 5 minutes more.
  2. Strain mixture through colander into large bowl. Using hands, vigorously knead butter in colander, squeezing out remaining buttermilk, until dense and creamy, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer butter to large bowl, reserving buttermilk. Using hands, knead salt into butter.
  4. Roll into logs and wrap in plastic wrap or transfer to airtight container and refrigerate. (Butter will keep up to 1 week refrigerated or 1 month frozen.)
  5. Strain buttermilk through fine-mesh sieve, then cover and refrigerate up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories607kcal
Protein3.27%
Fat93.46%
Carbs3.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
7.3395652424382%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:606.9kcal
30.35%
Fat:64.44g
99.14%
Saturated Fat:41.06g
256.59%
Carbohydrates:5.07g
1.69%
Net Carbohydrates:5.07g
1.84%
Sugar:5.21g
5.79%
Cholesterol:201.71mg
67.24%
Sodium:120.87mg
5.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.07g
10.14%
Vitamin A:2623.95IU
52.48%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.74%
Vitamin D:2.86µg
19.04%
Calcium:117.86mg
11.79%
Vitamin E:1.64mg
10.95%
Phosphorus:103.53mg
10.35%
Selenium:5.36µg
7.65%
Vitamin K:5.71µg
5.44%
Potassium:169.59mg
4.85%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.76%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.55%
Magnesium:12.5mg
3.12%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.12%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.86%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.38%
Folate:7.14µg
1.78%
Vitamin C:1.07mg
1.3%
Source:Epicurious