High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Garlic Butter
Garlic butter is one of those kitchen staples that makes everything it touches taste better — from a sizzling steak to a simple piece of crusty bread. The problem with store-bought versions is that they often sneak in additives, sweeteners, and corn syrup derivatives that have no business being in something this pure and simple. Making it from scratch means you know exactly what's going into it: real butter, fresh garlic, bright parsley, a hint of lemon zest, and just enough seasoning to make it sing. The technique is straightforward — whip the butter until fluffy, fold in your aromatics, then roll it into a tidy log and chill until firm. Those neat little rounds melt beautifully over hot food, releasing a rush of garlicky, herby richness that no store-bought compound butter can match. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional, but highly recommended if you want a subtle kick. Keep a log in the fridge and you're one slice away from elevating any meal in seconds.
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8 servings
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a fork or hand mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the minced garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir and fold until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the butter.
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