Making homemade butter with just one ingredient is simple and rewarding! Here’s how you can do it:
Homemade Butter (1 Ingredient)
Ingredients:
- Heavy cream (whipping cream)
Instructions:
- Pour the Cream:
- Pour 1 pint (16 oz) of heavy cream into a stand mixer, food processor, or jar if you’re using a hand mixer.
- Whip the Cream:
- Start mixing at medium speed and gradually increase to high. If using a jar, shake vigorously.
- After a few minutes, the cream will first turn into whipped cream, and then continue mixing until the butter separates from the buttermilk. This can take about 8-10 minutes in a mixer or food processor.
- Drain the Buttermilk:
- Once the butter forms, you’ll see yellow clumps. Pour off the liquid buttermilk (you can save it for baking or cooking).
- Rinse the Butter:
- Place the butter in a bowl and rinse it under cold water. Knead it gently with your hands or a spatula to remove any remaining buttermilk. Rinse until the water runs clear.
- Season (Optional):
- If you like, you can add a pinch of salt to taste, but it’s optional since the butter is already delicious on its own!
- Store:
- Transfer the butter to an airtight container and refrigerate. It can also be frozen for longer storage.
Tips:
- You can experiment with flavors by adding herbs, garlic, or spices after making the butter.
- Enjoy your homemade butter on bread, pancakes, or in cooking!
Enjoy your fresh, homemade butter!
