Pesto Butter
Elevate your meals with the rich, aromatic flavors of homemade Pesto Butter! This simple yet luxurious spread combines creamy unsalted butter with the vibrant, herbaceous charm of fresh basil pesto. Made with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, fragrant garlic, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this recipe pairs silky butter with the classic taste of Italian pesto in perfect harmony. Ready in just 15 minutes, Pesto Butter is incredibly versatile—spread it over warm, crusty bread, melt it over sizzling grilled meats, or stir it into hot pasta for an instant burst of flavor. Ideal for enhancing everyday dishes or impressing guests at dinner parties, this make-ahead recipe adds gourmet flair to any meal. Store it in the fridge for easy access to bold, buttery goodness whenever inspiration strikes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Let the unsalted butter come to room temperature so that it becomes soft and spreadable.
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Pulse the mixture until it forms a smooth pesto. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the food processor in between pulses.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter with 1/4 cup of the prepared pesto. Mix well until evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or pepper as desired.
Scrape the pesto butter onto a sheet of wax paper or plastic wrap. Form it into a log shape or press it into an airtight container for storage.
Refrigerate the pesto butter for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up before use.
Serve spread on warm bread, melted over grilled meats, or stirred into hot pasta for a quick and delicious flavor boost.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 141.8 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.8 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 268 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 948 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 214 mg | 5% | |
*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.
