Air Fryer Recipes
HOMEMADE BUTTER! Just 1 ingredient
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Ingredients
- Heavy cream (1 pint or as much as you’d like)
Equipment
- Stand mixer, hand mixer, or a jar with a tight-fitting lid
- Cheesecloth or a fine-mesh strainer
- Bowl
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Instructions
- Pour the Cream:
- Pour the heavy cream into your mixer bowl. If you’re using a jar, fill it halfway to allow room for shaking.
- Start Mixing:
- If using a mixer, start on medium speed. The cream will first turn into whipped cream, then stiff peaks will form, and eventually, it will separate into butter and buttermilk. This process takes about 5-10 minutes with a mixer.
- If using a jar, shake vigorously. It will take around 15-20 minutes.
- Separate the Butter and Buttermilk:
- Once the butter has formed, it will look clumpy and the buttermilk will separate out as a liquid. Strain the mixture using cheesecloth or a fine-mesh strainer, collecting the buttermilk in a bowl. You can save the buttermilk for other recipes.
- Rinse the Butter:
- Place the butter under cold running water and knead it with your hands or a spatula to remove any remaining buttermilk. This step is important to extend the shelf life of your butter.
- Add Salt (Optional):
- If you like salted butter, you can knead in a pinch of salt at this stage.
- Store the Butter:
- Shape the butter into a log or pat, wrap it in parchment paper or store it in an airtight container. Keep it refrigerated.
Tips
- Ensure the cream is at room temperature before starting for the best results.
- You can add herbs or spices to your butter for flavored variations.