Homemade Garlic Butter Recipe: A Flavorful Way to Use Butter

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Homemade Garlic Butter Recipe: A Flavorful Way to Use Butter

Garlic butter might sound fancy, but it’s really just a humble blend of good butter, fresh or roasted garlic, and a few herbs. All things you can grow or make right in your own kitchen.

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Total Time10

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American

Keyword: condiment recipe, easy recipe, pantry staple

Servings: servings, 1 cup

Calories: 103kcal

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Equipment

Storage Containers

Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

1 Cup Unsalted Butter softened, 2 sticks Homemade Butter
4 Cloves Fresh Garlic finely minced or grated, can use roasted garlic
1 Tablespoon Fresh Herbs chopped (or 1 tsp dried), (parsley, thyme, or chives work well)
½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste depending on your butter
Optional: ¼ teaspoon garlic powder for extra punch
Optional: A pinch of red pepper flakes Italian seasoning, or lemon zest

Instructions

Let your butter come to room temperature so it’s easy to work with.
1 Cup Unsalted Butter
In a bowl, combine butter, garlic, herbs, and salt.
4 Cloves Fresh Garlic, 1 Tablespoon Fresh Herbs
Mix well with a fork or spoon until smooth and fully combined.
Taste and adjust salt or herbs as needed.
½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt, Optional: ¼ teaspoon garlic powder for extra punch, Optional: A pinch of red pepper flakes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze for later.

Notes

Roasted Garlic Option. Swap in roasted garlic for a sweet, mellow twist.
Herb Variations. Try adding chopped chives, thyme, or dill if you have them growing fresh.
Freezer Tip. Shape into a log with parchment paper and freeze. Slice off pieces as needed.

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