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This Homemade Whipped Butter is light, fluffy, and spreadable straight from the fridge. Perfect for rolls, pancakes, waffles, and all your favorite breads. Made in just minutes with simple ingredients!
Why Make Whipped Butter!
Whipped butter is one of those simple upgrades that makes everything feel just a little more special.
Whether I’m spreading it over warm rolls at dinner or adding a melt-in-your-mouth topping to pancakes on a slow weekend morning, its light, fluffy texture instantly elevates any meal.
It’s incredibly easy to whip up, keeps well in the fridge, and always feels restaurant-style even though it takes only a few minutes to make. If you love this whipped butter, try How to Make Butter or Texas Roadhouse Butter Recipe.
Ingredients
- Butter – Make sure it is softened. We used unsalted butter.
- Milk – We used whole milk. But you can also use heavy cream, skim milk or low fat milk
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How to Make Whipped Butter
Step 1 – Add the softened butter and milk to a mixing bowl.
Step 2 – Using a hand mixer or the whisk attachment of a stand mixer, mix on low speed for about 2 minutes.
Step 3 – Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Next, increase to high speed and beat for another 2–3 minutes, until the mixture is fluffy, smooth texture and no liquid.
Step 4 – Spoon the whipped butter into an airtight container. Then it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
Whipped Butter
Instructions
- Add the softened butter and milk to a mixing bowl.
- Using a hand mixer or the whisk attachment of a stand mixer, mix on low to medium speed for about 2 minutes.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Next, increase the speed to high and beat for another 2–3 minutes, until the mixture is fluffy and smooth.
- Spoon the whipped butter into an airtight container.
- Then it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
- Start with Softened Butter – Room temperature is key for smooth whipping.
- Whip Long Enough – The longer the whip, the lighter the butter. You can use a bowl of a stand mixer or hand mixer.
- Use Unsalted Butter – Allows better control of flavor, especially for sweet variations.
- Honey Butter – Add honey and a pinch of sea salt to serve with a slice of bread.
- Herbs Butter – Mix in parsley, thyme, or rosemary for a delicious variation.
- Garlic Butter – Add ½ tablespoon of minced garlic which makes it perfect for steaks, veggies, or garlic bread.
- Cinnamon Maple Butter – Add ½ teaspoon of cinnamon and maple syrup for a sweetened butter spread to serve over waffles and pancakes.
- Chocolate Butter – Add ½ tablespoon of cocoa and powdered sugar for a decadent spread and bursting with flavors.
- Citrus Butter – Zest orange or lemon to the butter for a citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
How to Use Whipped Butter
This whipped butter taste amazing spread on Pancake Muffins, Chocolate Chip Waffles Recipe, Baked Pancakes and Jalapeño Cornbread.
This butter spreads easily on a slice of Easy Homemade Artisan Bread Recipe. Serve with a bread basket or on a Simple Charcuterie Board with your favorite crackers.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main difference is the whipped butter has air whipped into it. You will love the lighter, fluffier and easy to spread whipped butter. Regular butter is more dense.
Keep the whipped butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For easy spreading, let it sit at room temperature for about 15–20 minutes before using.
Yes! You can freeze whipped butter in a freezer safe container for up 2 months. Just thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
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Loved using this butter on our homemade bread!
Hey Casey – I’m so glad to hear that! We love it too! Thanks for sharing your feedback.