Holiday Gifting Season
The holiday season comes with no shortage of gifts, but this one is particularly delicious. I firmly believe that the most thoughtful gifts are those that are homemade. And I for one would be thrilled to receive one of these delicious compound butters! They’re completely customizable (I offer up some different flavor combinations to consider below!), meaning that both your and any lucky recipient’s tastes can be accommodated. Pair them with a gorgeous piece of jewelry that represents the ingredients used…now THAT is the perfect gift. Read on to learn how to make this super simple holiday gift!
What Is Compound Butter?
Compound butter (beurre composé) is softened butter that is combined with a variety of ingredients, yielding a delicious flavored butter to cook or finish with. You can make it sweet or savory, offering a “choose your own adventure” element. Read: endless options.
How To Make Compound Butter
- Soften the butter: Make sure that your butter is nice and soft. Don’t be tempted to heat it any way – soften it by bringing it to room temperature on your countertop.
- Whip until fluffy: Use a handheld mixer or a stand mixer if you’re making a larger batch.
- Add your ingredients: Add in your chosen ingredients and mix completely to combine.
- Shape and store: You can choose to shape it into a log and wrap it in plastic wrap, or conveniently pack it into mason jars for convenient storage.
- Chill it: Fridge or freezer – your choice! The compound butter will keep in the refrigerator for a few weeks, and in the freezer for a few months.
Check out my Instagram video to see how to make the recipe!
Delicious Flavor Combinations To Try
The flavor combinations you can try are endless! You can go sweet or savory – choose your own adventure, I’ve included a few of my favorites for you to consider trying:
- roasted garlic + rosemary
- Calabrian chili
- sun-dried tomato &+ parmesan
- lemon zest + thyme
- fresh cranberry + orange zest
- cinnamon + maple
How To Gift Holiday Compound Butter
Gifting this butter on its own would be a great hosting gift. But why not take it a step further? Here are a few ways to personalize it based on the host you’re gifting it to.
- The Classic: Add a baguette, cutting board (this one’s gorgeous, but Home Goods has so many great affordable options), and a butter knife.
- For The Pasta Lover: Add a bag of fun pasta, a large pasta bowl, and serving spoon.
- For The Grill Lover: Add a gift card to a local butcher for some nice steaks!
- For any jewelry wearing foodie: Add a Delicacies Jewelry necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings! These stunning ingredient-centered pieces are top quality, subtle, and so sweet!
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Giftable Holiday Compound Butter
Equipment
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Sun-Dried Tomato & Parmesan
- 1 Tbsp Sun-Dried Tomatoes (not in oil)
- 2 Tbsp freshly grated parmesan cheese
For the Calabrian Chili
- 2 Tbsp Calabrian chili peppers
Instructions
- Using a handheld mixer, whip the butter and salt until nice and soft.
- Add in chosen ingredients and mix entirely until combined. Store in 4 ounce mason jars or, alternatively you can form it into a log and wrap in plastic wrap. These will keep in the refrigerator for a few weeks, and in the freezer for a few months.