Description
Butter board is a trendy and visually stunning appetizer that features a slab of creamy salted butter generously topped with an assortment of complementary ingredients like fruit jams, nuts, honey, herbs, and spices. Served with slices of French bread, this versatile spread offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures perfect for entertaining or a special snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Butter Base
- 1 lb. Salted Butter
Topping Variations
- Fig Jam or Fig Butter
- Chopped Walnuts
- Honey
- Dates (optional)
- Balsamic Glaze (optional)
- Dried Cranberries
- Pistachios
- Orange Zest
- Fresh Rosemary (optional)
- Roasted Garlic
- Fresh Basil
- Red Chili Flakes
- Italian Seasoning
- Berry Jam
- Fresh Lemon Zest
- Hot Honey
- Almonds, Slivered or Sliced
- Pomegranate Seeds
- French Bread, sliced for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Butter Base. Ensure the salted butter is at room temperature for easy spreading. Spread the entire pound of butter evenly onto a large wooden board or serving platter, creating a thick, smooth layer as the base for your toppings.
- Choose and Arrange Toppings. Select from one or multiple flavor combinations such as fig jam with walnuts and honey; cranberry, pistachio and orange zest; roasted garlic with Italian seasoning and basil; berry jam with lemon zest; or honey with almonds and pomegranate seeds. Scatter your chosen toppings artfully over the butter to create a visually appealing layout.
- Optional Garnishes. Add extras like chopped dates, balsamic glaze, or fresh rosemary to enhance flavor and presentation as desired.
- Serve with Bread. Provide fresh slices of French bread alongside the butter board for guests to spread and enjoy.
Notes
- Use high-quality salted butter for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Make sure butter is softened to room temperature before spreading to avoid tearing the bread.
- Customize toppings to suit taste preferences or seasonal ingredients.
- Butter boards are best served fresh but can be prepared shortly before serving and kept refrigerated until use.
- Feel free to experiment with different nuts, jams, and spices to create unique flavor profiles.
Keywords: butter board, butter spread, appetizer, party snack, savory butter, no-cook appetizer, French bread spread