Easy Homemade Butter
Embrace the timeless delight of making easy homemade butter. Connect with tradition and self-sufficiency as you create creamy goodness from scratch!
Equipment
- 1 Mixing tool of your choice e.g., Food processor, stand mixer, hand mixer, or a mason jar with a lid
- 1 Fine mesh strainer/sieve
- 1 Large glass bowl sieve should be able to rest on the rim
- 1 Cheesecloth optional
- 1 Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 3 cups Heavy cream
- 5 tbsp Ice cold water
- Prefered add-ins (optional) e.g., salt, herbs, honey, etc.
Instructions
Using a Food Processor, Stand Mixer, or Hand Mixer
- Pour the heavy cream into the mixing bowl.
- Start the mixer on low speed and gradually increase it to medium-high.
- Mix until the cream thickens and separates into butter and buttermilk. This process usually takes 5-10 minutes.
- Once the butterfat clumps together and separates from the buttermilk, stop mixing.
Using a Mason Jar to Make By Butter Hand
- Pour the heavy cream into the mason jar, filling it about one-third full.
- Tightly seal the jar with the lid.
- Shake the jar vigorously for approximately 10-15 minutes until the butterfat solidifies.
Separating the Butter and Buttermilk
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or sieve lined with cheesecloth to separate the butter from the liquid (buttermilk).
- Gently press the butter to remove any excess liquid.
- Don't throw out the buttermilk! Pour it into an airtight container and store it in the fridge for use in other recipes!
- With the butter ball still in the cheesecloth-lined sieve, rinse it under ice cold water to remove any remaining buttermilk. This helps to preserve the butter's freshness.
- Transfer the butter to a clean bowl and knead it with a spoon or your hands to remove any additional liquid. Discard the liquid.
- Optional: Add salt or other flavorings to taste and mix well.