Homemade Butter

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Learn how to make butter at home by putting heavy cream in a food processor and running it until it turns into butter.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
1 cup

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • ¼ teaspoon salt (Optional)

Directions

  1. Pour heavy cream into a food processor or blender. Process on high until butter separates, about 10 minutes.

    Overhead view of a food processor with cream in the process of making homemade butter

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  2. Strain off liquid, then press butter into a small bowl with the back of a spoon to further remove liquid. Season with salt.

    Overhead view of a strainer with homemade butter being pressed by a spatula to drain any extra liquid

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    A bowl with freshly made homemade butter being smoothed by a spatula, as seen from above

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  3. Enjoy!

    high angle looking at a jar of homemade butter with a spoonful resting on top of the jar

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

103 Calories
11g Fat
1g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 103
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 48mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 1g 0%
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 19mg 1%
Potassium 22mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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