Five Ways To Flavor Butter

Ingredients for Maple Bacon Butter:

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature

2 tablespoons maple syrup

2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, drippings reserved

1 tablespoon bacon grease

Crafting Your Butter Creations: A General Guide

Step 1: Achieve Perfect Consistency

Ensure your butter is at room temperature, then utilize an electric mixer or rubber spatula to whip until it achieves a perfectly soft consistency.

Step 2: Gentle Incorporation

Use a spoon or rubber spatula to delicately blend in herbs and fresh ingredients, preventing them from bruising or breaking down. Ensure any dry spices are pre-mixed for uniform incorporation into the butter.

Step 3: Storage – Immediate Use or Preserve for Later

Optionally, once all ingredients are beautifully melded together, roll your butter in parchment paper, twisting the ends to create a log. Freeze this if you wish to slice and use it later. Alternatively, place your flavored butter in an air-tight container and refrigerate if you’re planning to use it shortly.