Quick and easy food processor butter recipe for creamy spreads

Ingredients for Food processor butter

• 480 ml double cream, preferably not ultra-pasteurised

• 5 ml kosher salt (optional)

• 30 g caster sugar

• 15 g ground cinnamon

• 5 ml finely grated orange zest

• 15 g parsley leaves with tender stems, finely chopped

• 5 ml finely grated garlic

• 5 ml finely grated lemon zest

• 30 g toasted sesame seeds

• 10 ml coarsely grated black pepper

• 10 ml smoked paprika

• cheesecloth

How to make Food processor butter

1. Process the cream in a food processor for 4–7 minutes until the butter solids have separated from the buttermilk, forming distinct clumps of butter and a thin milky liquid. Carefully drain the buttermilk and reserve it for another use.

2. Remove the jar from the food processor with the blade still attached. Pour cold water over the butter solids left in the jar, then drain. Repeat this process until the water runs clear, which should take about 3–4 times.

3. Pour off as much water as possible from the jar, holding the butter solids in place with your hands while you pour. Continue to process the butter for about 2 minutes until it forms a solid ball.

4. Pour off the water again, then add salt (if using) and process to combine.

5. If making compound butter, add your chosen flavour ingredients and process until fully incorporated.

6. Transfer the butter to a medium bowl lined with a double layer of cheesecloth. Gather the cheesecloth around the butter and twist it to squeeze out any remaining liquid.

7. Transfer the butter to a sheet of parchment or waxed paper and roll it up into a log shape. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 1 hour.

8. Do ahead: The butter can be made up to 5 days in advance. Keep it chilled.

Disclaimer
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