Whipped Strawberry Basil Butter Recipe
A light and airy whipped butter infused with the sweet and slightly savory flavors of fresh strawberries and basil. This versatile spread is perfect for enhancing toast, biscuits, cornbread, and more, making it an ideal addition to your breakfast or snack routine throughout the year.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Butter Base
- ½ cup (1 stick or 4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- ¼ teaspoon Kosher or sea salt
Fruit and Herb Mix
- 2-3 fresh strawberries, mashed (about 2 tablespoons puree and liquid)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
Optional Sweetener
- 2 teaspoons honey (optional)
Instructions
- Whip the butter: Place the room temperature unsalted butter and salt in a medium bowl. Using a hand-held electric mixer or a whisk, whip the butter until it becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air to create a spreadable texture.
- Prepare the strawberry puree: In a separate bowl, mash 2-3 fresh strawberries thoroughly with a fork until you achieve approximately 2 tablespoons of puree including the juice.
- Combine strawberry puree with butter: Add the strawberry puree and its liquid to the whipped butter. Whip the mixture again until it turns a pink color, the texture is fluffy, and the strawberries are fully blended into the butter.
- Fold in basil and season: Gently fold the chopped fresh basil into the strawberry butter mixture. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If the mixture isn’t sweet enough, add the optional 2 teaspoons of honey and stir well.
- Serve or store: Serve the whipped strawberry basil butter immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks to preserve freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy whipping.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- The honey is optional and can be adjusted based on the sweetness of the strawberries.
- Refrigerate the butter if not using immediately; bring to room temperature before spreading for easier use.
- This butter is perfect on toasted bread, biscuits, or cornbread for a summery twist.
