Simple Spreadable Butter Recipe

Tired of hard-to-spread butter? This recipe creates luxuriously creamy, spreadable butter straight from the fridge – without the hefty price tag or saturated fat of commercial brands! Using your favorite unsalted, cultured butter and a touch of healthy oil, this recipe is unbelievably easy. Perfect for toast, baking, or even sautéing (it won't burn as easily!), this homemade spreadable butter elevates any dish. Discover the secret to effortlessly elegant meals!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 80.9 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.8 (8 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simple Spreadable Butter

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How to Make Simple Spreadable Butter

  1. In a medium bowl, add 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted, cultured butter, softened to room temperature.
  2. Gradually whisk in ¼ cup of expeller-pressed safflower oil (or an 80% canola/20% olive oil blend). If using 100% olive oil, use only 2 tablespoons for a milder flavor.
  3. Continue whisking until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This should take approximately 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of Vitamin E oil (optional, for added shelf life and antioxidant benefits).
  5. Transfer the spreadable butter to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up slightly.
  6. Double or triple this recipe easily! Leftovers freeze beautifully in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

19g

Carbs

0g