French Bread with Chipotle Lime Butter
Elevate your bread game with this irresistible French Bread with Chipotle Lime Butter recipe, a perfect blend of crusty, golden-baked goodness and bold, zesty flavors. Featuring a freshly baked French bread loaf paired with a silky butter infused with smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, tangy lime juice and zest, and a touch of sweet honey, this recipe strikes a delightful balance that's sure to impress. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime you crave a stunning side dish. Add an optional sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a fragrant, herbal touch, and serve it warm to enjoy the full depth of its smoky-citrus charm. Quick to prepare yet undeniably gourmet, this recipe will have everyone reaching for seconds! Keywords: French bread, chipotle lime butter, crusty bread recipe, flavored butter, easy appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole French bread loaf
- 113 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the French bread loaf on a baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, score a crisscross pattern on the top of the loaf, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until warm and crusty.
While the bread is baking, prepare the chipotle lime butter. In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and salt.
Using a fork or whisk, thoroughly mix all the butter ingredients until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (e.g., add a little more lime juice for tang or more honey for sweetness).
For an optional garnish, stir in finely chopped cilantro for a fresh herbal note.
Remove the French bread from the oven. Let it cool slightly, then slice or serve whole with a side of the chipotle lime butter.
Spread the butter generously on warm slices of bread and enjoy its smoky, zesty flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1932 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.1 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 247 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 2936 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.0 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*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.
