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Danish Butter

Creamy Danish Butter: Elevate Your Home Cooking Game

Danish Butter is a creamy and versatile spread that enhances any meal with its rich flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 1 batch
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Danish
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Salt reduce if using salted butter
Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or other flavor extracts if desired
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice optional, for brightness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soften the butter at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes until creamy.
  2. Mix the softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Optional: Add heavy cream or lemon juice and mix until just combined.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness and salt if needed.
  5. Chill the butter in an airtight container for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve the chilled Danish Butter on warm bread or pancakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 125mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IU

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 3 months.

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