Butter Board Recipe
Butter boards feature softened butter spread on a wooden board, topped with ingredients like flaky salt, honey, herbs, or edible flowers. Designed for communal dining, they are served with slices of bread for dipping.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Toppings
Serving Accompaniment
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soften the Butter
Take the unsalted butter out of the refrigerator and allow it to soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes until it is spreadable.
- 2
Prepare the Board
Choose a wooden board or platter to serve your butter board. A rustic wooden board works best for presentation.
Assembly
- 3
Spread the Butter
Once the butter is softened, use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly across the center of the wooden board, leaving a border around the edges.
- 4
