Dijon Butter
Transform your dishes with the rich, tangy, and slightly sweet notes of homemade Dijon Butter! This quick and easy recipe combines creamy unsalted butter with the bold flavor of Dijon mustard, bright bursts of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of honey for balance. Seasoned with just the right amount of salt and freshly ground black pepper, it’s a versatile condiment that’s perfect for elevating grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread. With only five minutes of prep time, this buttery blend can be rolled into a convenient log for easy slicing and stored in the refrigerator for later use. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or jazzing up a weeknight meal, this gourmet-inspired spread is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoons honey
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Place the softened unsalted butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the Dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the bowl.
Use a fork or rubber spatula to thoroughly combine all the ingredients. Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
Taste the Dijon butter and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preference.
Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Shape the butter into a log using the parchment or plastic wrap to roll and tighten it. Twist the ends of the wrap to secure the shape.
Refrigerate the Dijon Butter for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Slice the butter into rounds, or use as needed as a spread, topping, or condiment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.2 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 247 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1124 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 38 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.
