Polish Easter Butter Lamb
Celebrate Easter with a whimsical and traditional Polish touch by crafting a charming Polish Easter Butter Lamb! This no-cook centerpiece is made entirely from unsalted butter, sculpted into the shape of a lamb—a symbol of spring and renewal. Adorned with black peppercorn eyes, a clove nose, and optional parsley garnish for a festive flair, this delightful creation is perfect for gracing your Easter table. With just 30 minutes of preparation and no complicated tools required, it’s an easy yet impressive way to honor Polish heritage or infuse your celebration with rustic elegance. Serve it chilled alongside freshly baked bread or as a decorative addition to your holiday spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Whole black peppercorns
- 1 piece Clove
- 1 piece Fresh parsley sprig (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Begin by ensuring the butter is cold but soft enough to be pliable. Remove it from the fridge about 10-15 minutes beforehand if necessary.
2. Form the body of the lamb by shaping about 3/4 of the butter into an oval mound. Use your hands or a butter knife to smooth out the surface.
3. Create the head of the lamb by sculpting a smaller oval from the remaining butter. Attach it to one end of the body by pressing it gently into place.
4. Using a small knife, toothpick, or the back of a spoon, etch or carve little curls or fur-like patterns into the surface of the butter to resemble wool.
5. Insert two whole black peppercorns to form the lamb’s eyes. Position the clove to create the nose.
6. (Optional) Decorate around the base of the lamb with a small fresh parsley sprig to mimic grass for a festive touch.
7. Refrigerate the finished butter lamb to maintain its shape and texture until ready to serve.
8. Serve as a charming addition to your Easter table. Slice and spread on bread or enjoy as part of your Easter feast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1828 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.6 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.1 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*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.
