Description
Learn how to perfectly brown butter in just minutes to add a rich, nutty flavor to your dishes. This simple technique transforms regular unsalted butter into a versatile ingredient that enhances baked goods, sauces, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), sliced into pats
Instructions
- Heat the Butter: Place the sliced unsalted butter into a light-colored pan over medium heat to monitor the color of the butter as it browns.
- Stir Constantly: Using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir the butter continuously to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Watch for Foam: The butter will begin to foam around the edges within the first few minutes; keep stirring as it cooks down.
- Brown the Milk Solids: Continue cooking for 5 to 10 minutes until the butter smells nutty and the milk solids settle at the bottom and turn a golden brown color.
- Remove from Heat: Immediately pour the browned butter into a large heatproof bowl to stop the cooking process and prevent burning.
- Use or Store: Use the browned butter right away in your recipe, or let it cool to room temperature and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Use a light-colored pan to accurately judge the color changes in the butter.
- Stirring constantly is key to prevent the milk solids from burning.
- Browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor perfect for baking, sauces, and savory dishes.
- Store cooled browned butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Sauce/Base
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: brown butter, how to brown butter, beurre noisette, cooking butter, buttery sauce, nutty butter flavor
