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Homemade whipped butter

Artisanal butter made only with cream, in minutes.

VegetarianGluten-free

15 minTime
8Servings
EasyDifficulty
FranceCuisine

Ingredients

  • 500 g whipping cream, very cold (35 percent fat)
  • 1 pinch of salt (optional)
  • Very cold water for washing

Step-by-step

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  1. Pour the cold cream into the mixing bowl.
  2. Whip 2 min/speed 4 until it is whipped.
  3. Continue whipping 2 more min/speed 4 until the butter separates from the buttermilk.
  4. Strain the buttermilk through the basket and reserve it for other recipes.
  5. Add very cold water and mix 20 sec/speed 3 to wash; repeat until the water runs clear.
  6. Drain well, add the salt and knead 10 sec/speed 3.
  7. Shape, wrap in paper and refrigerate.

Tips

  • The cream must be very cold for the butter to form well.
  • The leftover buttermilk is good for breads and sponge cakes.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.

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