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    Home » Recipes » condiment » Sweet and Savory Herbed Compound Butter Spreads

    Published: Mar 6, 2019 · Modified: Oct 29, 2024 by Maureen Celestine with 29 Comments

    Sweet and Savory Herbed Compound Butter Spreads

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    Learn how to make a compound butter spread and upgrade any dish. These compound butter recipes are deliciously served over steak, shrimp, fish, chicken, potatoes, or your favorite baguette, and they can be easily modified with different flavors to satisfy your taste bud.

     

    Whenever I visit my favorite steakhouse restaurant, I always look forward to the hissing sound of herb butter as it melts atop my steak- It brings so much excitement to my palate.

     

    You might be wondering, what exactly is compound butter?

     

    Compound butter spread

     

     

     

    Compound butter is softened butter mixed with herbs, spices, or sweet and savory liquids. Once combined, the butter is then shaped into a log using cling wrap, wax, or parchment paper and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for future use.

     

    Uses of Compound Butter

     

    Compound butter spreads can be used for a variety of things. It can be used over poultry, beef, seafood, vegetables, and grains. It can also be used to enhance a homemade sauce.

     

    How to make Compound Butter

     

     

     

    I’ll be sharing a few of my favorite recipes for sweet and savory herbed butter spreads. Feel free to play around with distinctive flavors to see what you fancy.

     

    Generally, to make compound butter, you’ll need;

    • Butter (duh, right?!)
    • fresh herbs
    • spices
    • aromatic liquids

    Also, have a small bowl, fork, whisk or rubber spatula, and parchment or wax paper, and cling wrap on hand.

     

    Compound Butter Ideas

    I'll be sharing a handful of compound butter recipes for you to try on your favorite animal protein or vegetables.

    First up are two of my favorite sweet compound butter spreads.

     

     

    Herbed Mascarpone Compound Butter Spread.

    This is a great compound butter for salmon, Halibut, shrimps, and lots more. To make this compound butter for fish and more, grab the recipe below.

     

    📖 Recipe

    Herbed Mascarpone Compound Butter Spread.

    Maureen Celestine
    This spread is deliciously served over baguette and easily modified with different flavors to satisfy your taste bud.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiments
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 Tablespoons
    Calories 111 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick) at room temperature
    • 4 Oz. Mascarpone cheese at room temperature
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard I used chardonnay and honey mustard
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
    • 1 tablespoon Honey I used less

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Whisk or stir using a rubber spatula until well combined. Wrap in a parchment or wax paper and shape into a log. Store in the refrigerator for 4-6 days or in the freezer overnight. Once frozen, cut into chunks and store in the freezer for up to 6 months. To serve, place the discs over a hot dish or allow to soften at room temperature.
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    Honey Cinnamon Compound Butter Spread. 

    This is best served over rolls or a baguette. This spread is my son's favorite from Texas Roadhouse.

     

    8 tablespoons butter (1 stick) at room temperature

    2-3 teaspoons honey

    3 teaspoons powdered sugar (I used Swerve confectioners)

    ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

     

    Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Whisk or stir using a rubber spatula until well combined. Wrap in a parchment or wax paper and shape into a log — store in the refrigerator for 4-6 days or in the freezer overnight. Once frozen, cut into chunks and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.

     

    Up next, we have the savory butter spreads with extra kick-flavor heaven.

     

    Italian Flavored Herbed Compound Butter Spread.

    This Italian-flavored butter is great on almost anything. I like it especially on pasta.

     

     

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    📖 Recipe

    Italian Flavored Herbed Compound Butter Spread.

    Maureen Celestine
    Herbed compound butter can be used for a variety of things. It can be used over poultry, animal protein, vegetables, and grains. It can also be used to enhance a homemade sauce.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiments
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 12 Tablespoons
    Calories 102 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 tablespoons butter (1 ¼ stick) at room temperature
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
    • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • Zest of one lemon
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • Salt n Pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Whisk or stir using a rubber spatula until well combined. Wrap in a parchment or wax paper and shape into a log.
      Add a dollop of this spread on pasta, chicken or steak
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    Mediterranean Flavored Herbed Compound Butter.

    This Mediterranean-flavored compound butter will be great on grilled vegetables like corn, eggplant, potatoes, and lots more. Use it as a dip when it is at room temperature or brush over grilled veggies.

     

     

     

    Compound butter spread

     

    📖 Recipe

    Mediterranean Flavored Herbed Compound Butter spread.

    Maureen Celestine
    Herbed compound butter can be used for a variety of things. It can be used over poultry, animal protein, vegetables, and grains. It can also be used to enhance a homemade sauce.
    5 from 6 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 minute min
    Total Time 6 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiments
    Cuisine American, Mediterranean
    Servings 8 tablespoons
    Calories 121 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 shallot, chopped
    • 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick) at room temperature
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Oregano
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne powder
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon coriander
    • Salt and Pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and saute for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside to cool completely.
      Combine the rest of the ingredients including the sauteed shallots in a bowl, and stir to combine. Wrap in a parchment or wax paper and shape into a log. Store in the refrigerator for 4-6 days or in the freezer overnight.
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    Mexican Flavored Herbed Butter 

     

     

    Compound butter spread

     

    📖 Recipe

    Mexican Flavored Herbed Compound Butter Spread

    Maureen Celestine
    Herbed compound butter can be used for a variety of things. It can be used over poultry, animal protein, vegetables, and grains. It can also be used to enhance a homemade sauce.
    5 from 6 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 6 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 minute min
    Total Time 7 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiments
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 8 tablespoons
    Calories 102 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick) at room temperature
    • 2 garlic clove, chopped shallot is fine, too
    • ½ Jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil optional
    • Zest from 1 lime
    • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
    • Salt n Pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, stir using a rubber spatula until well combined. Place butter in a parchment or wax paper and shape into a log — store in the refrigerator for 4-6 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
    Keyword Herbed compound butter spread

     

     

     

    There you have it! Some quick and easy delicious compound butter spreads that will instantly give any dish a facelift. These butter spreads will pair well with my maple glazed asparagus, carrot, and chicken dish.

     

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    Maureen

     

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    Comments

    1. Brie says

      March 06, 2019 at 1:05 pm

      This looks great! I could put it on my morning toast and have some amazing flavor.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:30 am

        Yes, Brie, that'd be a hit.

        Reply
    2. Michael says

      March 06, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      Quite interesting. Never seen or heard of it before. I would like to try it though. Seems like more of a candy to me really

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:29 am

        Haha... it could be depending on what you put in it 🙂 I hope you try it, It gives a dish an Oumph.

        Reply
    3. Chad says

      March 06, 2019 at 3:49 pm

      5 stars
      Super love the idea of herbed butter spreads, so practical for when I have a surprise guest. Thanks a lot for sharing.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:27 am

        Thanks, Chad. Me too!

        Reply
    4. Heather Barber McMechan says

      March 06, 2019 at 8:54 pm

      5 stars
      I can't get over how pretty everything looks. I'd like to give this a try sometime. Might be worth making with the girls.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:27 am

        I hope you give it a try Heather. Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    5. Melissa M Sanchez says

      March 07, 2019 at 6:40 am

      Oh my goodness, I have to start out by saying that there really ins't anything better than compound butter. The combinations are endless, I used to love it! Since I had to drop all dairy for health reasons I have not been able to find a good alternative!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:25 am

        Oh mine, I am sorry to hear that Melissa. I hope there are better options out there, maybe on Amazon.

        Reply
    6. Ashley - Forking Up says

      March 07, 2019 at 11:33 am

      I love making compound butters! They can really bring a dish to the next level.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:23 am

        That's a fact! Thanks, girl.

        Reply
    7. Bree says

      March 07, 2019 at 1:56 pm

      5 stars
      I love the flavor of the butter! It was an instant hit so now I will be making this at every dinner party - thanks for the great recipe!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:22 am

        My pleasure, Bree! I am glad you liked it. 😉

        Reply
    8. Christa says

      March 07, 2019 at 5:56 pm

      I always love when restaurants have flavored butter spreads but have never tried making them at home. I can’t wait to try out a few different recipes!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:22 am

        I love the endless combinations. I hope you give it a try soon. Thanks!

        Reply
    9. Lyosha says

      March 07, 2019 at 7:30 pm

      5 stars
      I am not big on spreads, I normally make it for parties with friends and eat it a seldom myself. But your recipe looks lovely, if I go spreads any time soon again I will make sure to use your recipe

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:19 am

        Thanks, Lyosha! I hope you give it a try.

        Reply
    10. Kathleen Cregg says

      March 07, 2019 at 8:18 pm

      These recipes sound amazing! They'll be perfect for the birthday party I'm going to this weekend - I'm required to bring an appetizer!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:18 am

        Hey Kathleen! Make them all, give them options. Let me know how it goes, enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    11. Clare Minall says

      March 07, 2019 at 8:28 pm

      Wow, I have never tried this spread recipe looks really delicious and easy. I will try to make this for my kids, thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:17 am

        Hi Clare! The honey cinnamon is a kids favorite. I hope they enjoy it.

        Reply
    12. Catherine Santiago Jose says

      March 07, 2019 at 9:11 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great recipe for DIY butter spreads that will definitely love and enjoy by everyone. The texture of this spreads is so enticing to the eyes and very tempting too.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:16 am

        Thanks, Catherine. It's delicious.

        Reply
    13. Alyssa Dawson says

      March 08, 2019 at 2:43 pm

      Those spreads looks absolutely delicious! My mouth is literally watering, I think I'm just going to dip all the french bread in that!!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:15 am

        Go for it, Alyssa! 🙂 Thanks

        Reply
    14. Danielle says

      March 08, 2019 at 3:14 pm

      5 stars
      I can't get over how easy these look to make. Plus they all look absolutely delicious! Will have to try them out myself.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        March 13, 2019 at 8:14 am

        Thanks, Danielle!

        Reply
    15. Danielle says

      March 10, 2019 at 2:00 pm

      I love compound butter spreads! Thank you for sharing. I want to try making this!

      Reply

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