Butter Curls
Elevate your table presentation with these elegant and easy-to-make Butter Curls! Made from just unsalted butter and the cooling touch of ice water, this recipe transforms a simple pantry staple into a gourmet detail that effortlessly enhances any bread basket or charcuterie board. With only 15 minutes of preparation, you’ll create delicate, smooth spirals of buttery perfection that add a touch of sophistication to any occasion. Perfect for entertaining or special dinners, these butter curls can be customized with a sprinkle of sea salt or fresh herbs for added flavor and visual appeal. Learn how to craft these melt-in-your-mouth accents and turn an everyday essential into a show-stopping complement for your favorite dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Ice water
Instructions
Start with unsalted butter that is firm but not frozen. For best results, refrigerate the butter until chilled and easy to handle.
Prepare a medium-sized bowl with ice water and set aside. This will help keep the butter curls firm as you work.
Using a butter curler or the edge of a small, sturdy spoon, scrape the chilled butter lengthwise to form delicate curls. Press gently and glide the tool steadily to achieve a smooth spiral shape.
Once a curl is formed, carefully place it into the bowl of ice water to help it hold its shape. Repeat the curling process with the remaining butter.
Optional: If you wish to add flavor or visual enhancement, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt or finely chopped fresh herbs onto the butter before curling.
Chill the butter curls in the ice water for about 5 minutes to ensure they are firm and ready for serving.
Gently lift the curls out of the ice water using a slotted spoon or tongs. Pat them dry with a paper towel if necessary to remove excess water.
Arrange the butter curls on a small serving dish or alongside bread for a decorative and functional touch to your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.6 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.5 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 255 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 25 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
