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Tastes Like Butter Substitute Recipe

This budget-friendly recipe is a delicious and creamy alternative to expensive butter spreads! Originally featured in the April 1983 issue of Woman's Circle Home Cooking, this recipe has stood the test of time. Whip up a batch and enjoy this easy-to-make spread on toast, crackers, or as a baking ingredient. Freezing instructions are included to maintain its perfect texture.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 3839.6 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Tastes Like Butter Substitute

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How to Make Tastes Like Butter Substitute

  1. Place softened margarine in a food processor.
  2. Add 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the food processor.
  3. Pulse until ingredients are well combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed.
  4. Continue processing until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  5. Pack the mixture into pint-sized plastic containers.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mixture to firm up.
  7. Freeze any extra mixture in airtight containers, placing plastic wrap directly on the surface of the spread before sealing with the lid to prevent ice crystals from forming.
  8. Store in the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature before serving. It will melt at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

189 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

361g

Carbs

5g

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