Tastes Like Butter Substitute
Discover the ultimate dairy-free alternative with our "Tastes Like Butter Substitute" recipe—a luscious and creamy blend that mimics the rich flavor and spreadable texture of real butter. Crafted from wholesome ingredients like refined coconut oil, mild olive oil, and unsweetened soy or almond milk, this vegan butter alternative comes together in just 10 minutes. Nutritional yeast and apple cider vinegar add a subtle depth of flavor, while optional turmeric gives it a golden, buttery hue. Perfect for spreading on toast, sautéing vegetables, or even baking, this versatile spread is stored in the fridge or freezer, ready to enhance all your culinary creations. Making your own butter substitute has never been so satisfying, healthy, and outrageously simple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut oil (refined, for neutral flavor)
- 1 cup Olive oil (extra light or mild flavor)
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened soy milk (or almond milk)
- 1 tablespoon Lecithin granules (optional, for improved texture)
- 1 teaspoon Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Turmeric powder (optional, for color)
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, combine the soy milk (or almond milk) with nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, salt, and turmeric powder (if using) for color.
Melt the refined coconut oil in the microwave or over low heat on the stovetop until fully liquid but not hot.
Add the melted coconut oil and olive oil into the blender with the other ingredients.
Blend the mixture on high speed for 30–60 seconds until everything is fully emulsified. You should have a smooth, creamy texture.
If you're using lecithin granules, add them now and blend for an additional 10–15 seconds to incorporate.
Once blended, pour the mixture into a lidded container or silicone mold for easy portioning.
Refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours or until fully solidified. For quicker results, place in the freezer for 30–40 minutes.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months. The butter substitute will remain spreadable straight from the fridge but can be softened further by leaving it at room temperature for a few minutes prior to use.
Use as a direct substitute for butter in recipes for spreading, sautéing, or baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 489.3 g | 627% | |
| Saturated Fat | 239.7 g | 1198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2415 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 256 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.
