Parmesan Herb Butter Recipe

Elevate your meal with this incredibly flavorful Parmesan Herb Butter! Ready in minutes, this quick and easy recipe transforms from your bread machine cookbook into a versatile spread perfect for bread, toast, vegetables, potatoes, or noodles. The vibrant herbs and sharp parmesan create an irresistible taste sensation that will have you adding it to everything!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 86.4 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Parmesan Herb Butter

1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder

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How to Make Parmesan Herb Butter

In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed and well combined.
Shape the mixture into a small log or roll. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or place in a small, covered container.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 3 days) to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up.
Bring to room temperature before serving. Enjoy this delicious spread on warm bread, crusty toast, roasted vegetables, steamed potatoes, or even tossed with your favorite pasta!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

Fat

30g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Parmesan Herb Butter?

Parmesan Herb Butter takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Parmesan Herb Butter?

Parmesan Herb Butter has approximately 86.4 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Parmesan Herb Butter?

The key ingredients for Parmesan Herb Butter are Butter, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Parsley, Dried Oregano, Garlic Powder. See the full list with measurements above.