Garlic, Chive, & Dill Compound Butter

Homemade Garlic, Chive, & Dill Compound Butter is a decadent & flavorful topping for dinner rolls, steaks, mashed potatoes, and more. Made with quality butter, ample pressed garlic, and fresh herbs, this recipe is a quick and easy way to elevate your everyday meals.

Why You’ll Love it:

• Simple Ingredients– this recipe only uses a few ingredients and comes together in just a few minutes.

• Beginner Friendly– compound butter is super-duper easy to make, perfect for any skill level in the kitchen.

• Versatile– it can be made to suite almost any taste or flavor profile. See the ‘variations’ section below for more flavor ideas.

• Feels Upscale– compound butter is a dish often found in upscale restaurants, but can easily be made from the comfort of your home.

Ingredient Notes:

Find the full list of ingredients & amounts in the recipe card below.

• Butter– the key foundation! Choose a quality butter such as Plugra or Kerrygold.

• Garlic– fresh pressed or finely minced garlic cloves adds a pungent savory spiciness. For a sweeter, milder flavor, try using roasted garlic.

• Fresh Herbs– a combination of fresh parsley, chives, and dill add notes of zesty onion and citrusy tang.

Variations:

Compound butter can be made to suite a variety of tastes and flavor profiles. Here are some more flavor variations to try:

• Sweet & Fruity– try a mix of fig jam, apple butter, honey, and cinnamon.

• Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil– finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil make a compound butter perfect for summer picnics and BBQ’s.

• Cilantro & Lime– finely chopped fresh cilantro and a splash of lime juice is a wonderful addition to fajita night.

• Lemon & Thyme– combine fresh thyme leaves and lemon zest for a bright and herby butter that pairs well with fish or pasta.

How to Make Compound Butter:

• Let butter come to room temperature.

• Add butter to a bowl, and use a spoon to cream/mash butter.

• Fold in garlic, herbs, and a sprinkle of kosher salt & pepper.

• Serve softened or chilled. To chill, place herb butter on a piece of plastic wrap. Roll into a log and refrigerate for at least an hour or until firm. Slice into rounds and enjoy on bread, steaks, veggies, etc.

Tips & Recipe Notes:

• Set out stick of butter at least an hour before mixing so it has time to become soft. Do not microwave.

• I prefer fresh herbs for this recipe, but dried herbs can also be used. If using dried, cut the amount in half.

• Garlic & Herb Compound Butter is keto, vegetarian, and naturally gluten-free. To make vegan, use a dairy-free butter substitute such as Earth Balance.

• Butter can be served softened or chilled and sliced.

• Ways to serve:
  • On warm bread, dinner rolls, or toast.
  • On steak, fish, chicken, or pork.
  • Mix butter into pasta to create a simple butter sauce.
  • Melt butter over mashed or baked potatoes.
  • Melt butter in a frying pan to sauté vegetables such as mushrooms or broccoli.
  • As a spread for corn on the cob.
  • Serve as a side on a charcuterie board.
  • And much much more.

Make-Ahead & Storage:

• Store– wrapped in plastic wrap and sealed in an air-tight container, butter will last in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

• Freeze– wrap butter in wax paper and place in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 6 months.

More Garlic Recipes You Will Love:

• Honey Garlic Creamed Corn
• Garlic & Parmesan Pommes Frites (Disneyland Inspired)
• Easy Cheese Stuffed Garlic-Butter Crescent Rolls
• Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Bread Dip
• Garlic & Bacon Brothy White Bean Soup
• Easy Garlic Lovers Roasted Garlic Hummus

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