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Making my own butter is something I’ve been meaning to try for ages and this week I finally got around it to it. Here’s how to make butter from whipping cream.
Is anyone else obsessed with the guy on TikTok that makes all the different types of butter? I’ve been following him for a while now and I love all the different flavour combos he comes up with.
We recently made sage butter when we had an abundance of sage in our garden and it was delicious.
However, I’d never actually made my own butter until now. For some reason, I thought the process would be far more complicated than it actually is.
So, armed with some double cream from the co-op and my trusty electric whisk, I decided to give it a go.
Making butter is so easy, it’s something I think anyone could do and it’s really hard to mess up. It also made our entire house smell like butter for the rest of the afternoon, which was glorious!
It is definitely something I’ll be making again in the near future.
Before we get started with my butter recipe, I thought I’d answer a few questions you might have about making your own butter.
Can You Make Butter From Whipping Cream?
Yes, you can make butter from whipping cream. Here in the U.K, whipping cream would usually be called double cream and in the U.S it would be called heavy cream.
Making butter from whipping cream is great fun and I definitely recommend trying it out.
Is It Easy To Make Your Own Butter?
Yes, making your own butter is a very simple process. If using an electric whisk or stand mixer it takes around 15 minutes. If whisking by hand or shaking the butter it might take a little bit longer.
How Long Does Fresh Butter Last In The Fridge?
If kept in the fridge, freshly made butter should last at least a week. Ensuring you squeeze out as much water as possible when making the butter will make it last longer and if you can thoroughly remove all of the water, it could last as long as 2-3 weeks provided it’s kept cold.
Can You Freeze Homemade Butter?
Yes, you can freeze homemade butter. Ensure it’s well wrapped before freezing for up to six months.
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Is It More Expensive To Buy Butter Or Make Your Own Butter?
I recently did some calculations on this and found that on average it works out about the same per 100 grams to make your own butter as buying from the shop. However, this doesn’t account for using electricity for the whisk or the extra washing up created.
That said, homemade butter tastes amazing so I wholeheartedly recommend you give it a go.
What Can I Do With The Leftover Buttermilk?
The butter-making process creates something called buttermilk. While it can be tempted to just throw this away, it can actually be used in loads of different recipes.
How Long Does Buttermilk Last In The Fridge?
Buttermilk should last for at least one week in the fridge. Transfer to an airtight container after making the butter and store at below 5°C.
Can I Freeze Buttermilk?
Yes, you can also freeze buttermilk if you don’t want to use it right away. Buttermilk can be frozen for up to three months. Don’t forget to label and date your container so you know what it is and when it needs to be used by!
How Do I Know If Buttermilk Has Gone Sour?
If you’re unsure if your buttermilk has gone sour, it’s probably best to just discard it and avoid getting sick.
What Equipment Do I Need To Make Homemade Butter?
You don’t need any fancy equipment to make your own butter. Here’s what I used:
- Whisk – this can be an electric whisk, stand mixer, balloon whisk or other hand whisks.
- Bowls – I used three bowls all roughly the same size, one for whisking the double cream, one for sieving the buttermilk from the butter and one for rinsing the butter once it was made.
- Sieve – I sieved the butter from the buttermilk but you could just remove it from the bowl if you wish.
- Greaseproof Paper – this is to wrap the butter in one it’s made. You could also use a butter dish if you have one.
If you don’t have a whisk you can make butter by shaking the cream in a long sealed container, such as a smoothie bottle. Just make sure it’s well sealed before starting!
