Vanilla Butter Recipe

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Servings: 12 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A simple, aromatic compound butter that adds instant vanilla richness to baked goods and warm desserts.
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Vanilla Butter Recipe

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 servings Calories: 50.2

Description

This Vanilla Butter is a versatile compound butter that infuses rich, creamy dairy with the warm, sweet aroma of vanilla. It serves as an excellent finishing touch for pancakes, waffles, or warm cornbread, elevating simple dishes with a touch of elegance. The mixture is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a few minutes of effort to cream the butter until smooth and incorporate the vanilla extract. Once formed into a log and chilled, it keeps in the refrigerator for quick access, allowing you to slice off perfect pats for serving. This recipe is a kitchen staple for adding depth and flavor to both sweet breakfasts and dessert accompaniments without the need for complex techniques or exotic ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  2. Place the softened butter in a small mixing bowl.
  3. Add the vanilla extract to the butter.
  4. Beat or mix the butter and vanilla together until completely combined and smooth.
  5. Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper.
  6. Roll the butter into a log shape using the parchment paper.
  7. Twist the ends of the parchment paper to secure the log shape.
  8. Refrigerate the butter log for at least 30 minutes until firm.
  9. Slice into rounds as needed for serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 50.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.2g8%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 77.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.9g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store the butter log in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, wrap tightly in foil and freeze for up to 3 months.

Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor quality. Imitation vanilla may result in a less aromatic result.

This compound butter is excellent on pancakes, waffles, cornbread, or stirred into hot coffee for a creamy vanilla twist.

If the butter is too soft to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before shaping.

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