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NZ Butter Prices Are Wild – This Homemade Spread Will Save You Money

Who knew making your own lovely whipped spreadable butter could be so easy? Follow these simple steps to make your butter go further.
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spreadable butter homemade sitting on a wooden butter pat board with homemade butter next to it
Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer Or a handheld beater works well too

Ingredients

  • 250 g butter softened to room temperature
  • 100 ml cold pressed oil – I used The Good Oil brand sunflower oil light flavour and NZ made!
  • 100 ml cold water

Instructions

  • Leave your butter out at room temperature until soft but not melted.
  • In a mixing bowl (or food processor), combine the softened butter and blend in the oil slowly. Continue blending until smooth and fully combined.
  • Slowly add in the cold water while continuing to mix. The mixture will lighten in colour and turn beautifully fluffy.
  • Whip for 1 more minute until it’s pale, light, and easily spreadable.
  • Scoop into a clean container or jar. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze in portions for up to 3 months. However, I have kept mine in a clean container in my pantry, and it is still good. I wouldn't recommend doing it in the summer months.

Notes

If you make your own butter from scratch, this will be even cheaper at home to make. The best thing is that no preservatives or unnatural colours are used. You are in control of what goes into it.
Servings: 400 grams
Author: Farmers Wife Homestead
Cost: $4.25