Easy Homemade Garlic Butter: A Quick 5-Minute Recipe
How to Make Homemade Garlic Butter
Whether you’re looking to elevate garlic bread or add a savory twist to steaks and veggies, this garlic butter recipe is your new kitchen staple for bold, rich flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Gather your ingredients. Make sure the butter is brought to room temperature so it’s easy to mix.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
- Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend until smooth and creamy—about 1–2 minutes.
- Season with a pinch of sea salt if desired, then stir once more to distribute evenly.
- Transfer the garlic butter to a ramekin or shape it into a log using plastic wrap. Chill for 30 minutes for a firmer texture, or use immediately for easy spreading.
Nutrition Information
Per Serving (about 1 tbsp):
- 109 kcal
- 12 g fat (8 g saturated fat)
- 32 mg cholesterol
- 214 mg sodium
- 1 g protein
- 0 g carbs
Tips & Variations
- Herb hack: Swap parsley for fresh rosemary or thyme for an aromatic twist.
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
- Storage: Roll into a log, wrap in parchment, and freeze up to 3 months.
Enjoy this versatile garlic butter.
Garlic Butter
I've been using this simple garlic butter recipe for years to make garlic bread, and any leftovers go great on barbequed steaks, pasta, or potatoes.
Ingredients
Method
- Gather your ingredients. Make sure the butter is brought to room temperature so it’s easy to mix.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
- Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend until smooth and creamy—about 1–2 minutes.
- Season with a pinch of sea salt if desired, then stir once more to distribute evenly.
- Transfer the garlic butter to a ramekin or shape it into a log using plastic wrap. Chill for 30 minutes for a firmer texture, or use immediately for easy spreading.
