20 Sweet & Savory Compound Butter Recipes — Cherchies Blog (2024)

So what is “churning” in our kitchen today? Compound butter! If you have never made compound butter, then you are missing out! Compound butter is a cinch to make, and it adds a rich finish to pretty much everything, meats, seafood, bread, vegetables, pancakes, waffles, and so much more. We wanted to share 20 of our favorite compound butter combinations below (using, you guessed it,Cherchies® products) and directions on how to make them.

So what exactly is compound butter? It is softened butter infused with sweet or savory ingredients. The possibilities are endless for what can go into butter-herbs, cheese, fruit, mustard, spices, jams, fruit, bacon, etc. Talk about a blank canvas!

Sweet compound butter pairs well with scones, rolls, pancakes, waffles, biscuits, croissants, etc., whereas savory compound butter is better with meats, seafood, bread, vegetables, popcorn, and pasta. And sometimes, the sweet and savory are paired together to create something unusually delicious, such asBlackberry Preserves,Champagne Mustard, and butter.

Compound butter is perfect for holidays and parties or anytime you feel fancy, but it also makes an ideal gift for the food-lover in your life. Wrap it up or spread the love into a pretty bowl or container, and voila, an instant homemade gift!

So what are you waiting for? Mix up your favoriteCherchies® productstoday and make tasty compound butter. You will not be disappointed! Comment below and let us know your favorite combinations or if you have a new mix to share. Have fun!

Enjoy!

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Sweet Compound butters- Use on scones, rolls, pancakes, waffles, French Toast, biscuits, corn bread, croissants, and toasted bagels.

  • Fig, cinnamon, and honey butter- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter with 1/4 cup Cherchies® Fig Preserves with Cinnamon, and 1 Tablespoon honey.

  • Strawberry honey butter- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter with 1/4 cup Cherchies® Strawberry Butter Spread, and 1 Tablespoon honey.

  • Cranberry Butter with Champagne- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter with 1/4 cup Cherchies® Cranberry Preserves with Champagne, and 1 teaspoon (tsp) orange zest.

  • Blackberry Bourbon Butter- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter, 1/4 cup Cherchies® Blackberry Seedless Preserves, 2 teaspoons (tsp) honey, and 2 teaspoons (tsp) Bourbon (optional).

  • Cherry Vanilla Butter- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter, 1/4 cup Cherchies® Cherry Butter Spread, and 1 teaspoon (tsp) vanilla.

  • Apple Cinnamon Honey Butter- Combine 1/2 c. butter (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter with 1/4 cup Cherchies® Apple Butter Spread, and 1 Tablespoon honey.

  • Strawberry Lemon Butter- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter, 1/4 cup Cherchies® Strawberry Butter Spread, and 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp.) lemon zest.

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  • Blackberry Lemon Butter- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter, 1/4 cup Cherchies® Blackberry Preserves, and 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp.) lemon zest.

Savory Compound Butters- Add to meats, seafood, breads, vegetables, popcorn, and pasta.

  • Blackberry Champagne Butter- Combine 1/2 c. (8 Tablespoons) unsalted softened butter, 1/4 cup Cherchies® Blackberry Preserves and 2 Tablespoons Cherchies® Champagne mustard. This sweet and savory combination is absolutely fantastic on salmon!

  • Chardonnay Lime & Cilantro Butter- 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) .

  • Garlic, Herb and Parmesan Butter- 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) salted butter, 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Garlic’n Herb Seasoning Blend.

  • Champagne Herb Butter- 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) salted butter, 1-2 Tablespoons (Tbsp) Tarragon and 2 Tablespoons Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

  • Lemon Dill Mustard Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, 1-2 Tablespoons (Tbsp) Cherchies® Lem’n Dill and 2 Tablespoons Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

  • Basil and Herb Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, 1-2 Tablespoons (Tbsp) Cherchies® Basil Pizzazz Seasoning Blend.

  • Cranberry Mustard Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) salted butter, 1-2 Tablespoons (Tbsp) Cherchies® Cranberry Mustard.

  • Lemon Pepper Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Lem’n Pepper Seasoning Blend.

  • Pepper and Lime Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) salted butter, 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Pepper’n Lime Seasoning Blend.

  • Mexican Fiesta Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter and 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) .

  • Garlic and Herb Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter, 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning Blend, 1 teaspoon Rosemary, and 1 teaspoon Thyme.

  • Cajun Butter- Combine 1/2 cup (8 Tablespoons) unsalted butter and 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) Cherchies® Cajun Seasoning.

Here is how it is done

Soften Butter

It all starts with this key ingredient...butter! Make sure to use unsalted butter so you can control the salt, unless directed otherwise. Allow the butter to come to room temperature. I usually leave the butter out on my counter for a couple of hours, but some sources suggest cutting the butter into chunks and setting aside.

20 Sweet & Savory Compound Butter Recipes — Cherchies Blog (2024)

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What is Gordon Ramsay's compound butter recipe? ›

This is Gordon Ramseys recipe which is as follows 200g of unsalted butter at room temperature 1 tsp of parsley 1tsp of chevil 1 tsp of tarragon salt and pepper Mix together until all combined Put it on some gladwrap and roll into a log and then put into the fridge ready for use.

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How long does homemade compound butter last? ›

How To Store Compound Butter. You should store compound butter in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container. Depending on the ingredients you've added to the butter, it should last in the refrigerator for one week and a maximum of one month. In the freezer, compound butter will last for months.

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Should you melt butter for compound butter? ›

Bring your butter to room temperature.

Cold butter won't blend with your mix-ins, and melted butter won't keep its consistency to hold them in place. Room temperature is like Goldilocks and the Three Bears: not too cold and not too hot.

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What is the culinary term for compound butter? ›

Compound butter, or finishing butter, is a type of butter that is mixed with herbs, spice blends, and other ingredients that give it a savory or sweet flavor. The term compound butter encompasses countless recipes and flavor profiles.

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Why do chefs use compound butter? ›

Compound butter or “beurre composse” in French is simply unsalted butter mixed with other ingredients that add sweet or savory flavor, like honey, herbs, or garlic. This creamy spread can be easily added to meats, and sauces sides to add extra flavor.

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What kind of butter does Gordon Ramsey use? ›

Vermont Creamery Cultured Butter with Sea Salt

And rightfully so! Butter can really make or break a simple dish. Because of this, I'm supplying Gordon with our favorite butter: Vermont Creamery Cultured Butter with Sea Salt.

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How to tell if compound butter is bad? ›

A nasty smell is a sure sign of spoiled butter. Any stale or sour odors mean it's time to get rid of it.

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Can compound butter go bad? ›

Once the compound recipe is complete, you must store butter in the refrigerator as you normally would. In many cases, herb-infused compound butter can last up to two months in the refrigerator. However, storage time really depends on the ingredients you've included in the compound butter recipe.

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Do you freeze or refrigerate compound butter? ›

Creating flavored butters is a quick and easy way to add a burst of flavor to your food. Compound butter can be kept refrigerated for several days. They can also be frozen for several months by being wrapped in plastic wrap and stored in plastic freezer bags.

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How long to let compound butter sit? ›

Once creamed, you can immediately use the butter or store it in the fridge or freezer (more on that below). Some advocate for putting the butter back in the fridge for an hour or so to let the flavors meld, but the fact is you've already done most of the work.

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Can you leave compound butter out overnight? ›

It's almost always safe to leave butter on the counter or to eat butter that has been out of the fridge for a while. Unlike soft cheeses, such as cream cheese, ricotta, or cottage cheese, butter can stay out of the fridge for hours, even days, without the risk of spoilage or food safety issues.

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How long can compound butter be stored? ›

How long does compound butter last in the fridge and freezer. Store in a fridge covered or rolled in parchment paper for as long as the date on the butter package allows (1 month) or freeze for up to three months.

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What is the French name for compound butter? ›

Beurre maître d'hôtel, also referred to as maître d'hôtel butter, is a type of compound butter (French: "beurre composé") of French origin, prepared with butter, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

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What is another name for compound butter? ›

It can also be used to finish a dish—like our Black Truffle Flavored Butter on top of a steak—which is why the term 'finishing butter' is commonly used to describe compound butter, too.

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What is it called when you rub butter into flour? ›

Rubbing in is a technique whereby butter is lightly rubbed into flour with the fingertips to make things such as shortcrust pastry, scones or crumble topping. Sift flour into a large mixing bowl. Chop chilled butter and add it to the bowl. The butter should be very cold for a lighter crumb.

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What is compound butter made of? ›

A compound butter ("beurre composé" in French) is simply butter mixed with other ingredients that add sweet or savory flavor, like honey, herbs, or garlic.

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Is compound butter the same as finishing butter? ›

Compound butter, also known as finishing butter, is butter that has been softened to a pliable state and then has herbs, spices, or sweeteners added to it. This mixture is then rolled into a log shape and chilled until firm. Chefs slice the log into individual portions for spreading or for use in their recipes.

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How does Gordon Ramsay make garlic butter? ›

Put the butter into a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add the olive oil and mix well. Add the lemon zest and juice, crushed garlic and chopped parsley. Mix well to combine.

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What is the Flavouring compound for butter? ›

Artificial butter flavoring is a flavoring used to give a food the taste and smell of butter. It may contain diacetyl, acetylpropionyl, or acetoin, three natural compounds in butter that contribute to its characteristic taste and smell.

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