Description
Danish Butter is a luxurious spread that transforms everyday meals with its rich, creamy flavor. Crafted from just a few simple ingredients, this homemade butter offers a delightful balance of sweetness and saltiness, making it the perfect addition to warm bread, pancakes, or baked goods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Allow the unsalted butter to come to room temperature until fully softened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Use an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- If desired, add heavy cream and/or lemon juice for enhanced flavor and texture. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or saltiness as needed.
- Transfer the mixture into an airtight container or silicone mold and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Danish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg