How To Make Brown Butter

Brown butter is a simple, one-ingredient sauce that emanates a nutty aroma; all it requires is the melting of butter. Today, I will guide you through the process of how to make brown butter.

So, What is it? How do you make it? Is it difficult? What does it taste like? What does it smell like? So many questions, but luckily for you I am here to answer these questions.

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What Does Lactose Free Mean?

First and foremost, I try my best to incorporate lactose free ingredients in all my recipes. These ingredients can include, butter, milk, cream cheese etc. With that being said, sometimes it is hard to make an entire recipe using ALL lactose free ingredients. For example, my ice cream recipes include, condensed milk- NOT LACTOSE FREE.

Contrary to what some may believe, lactose – free is not the same as dairy free. Lactose – free still contains milk, however, there is a certain component, I believe a type of sugar (I may be wrong) where the lactose is removed from dairy, making it lactose – free. Dairy free on the other hand, contains ZERO milk. Alternatives for dairy free are almond milk, oat milk, soy milk etc. You can learn more about the differences here.

Which Ingredients Are Lactose Free?

• Butter – of course!

Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page to get the full recipe and instructions.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

• It can go with a savory dish or sweet dish.
• Brown butter has a delicious nutty flavor.
• It is easy to make.
• Only requires one ingredient – butter.

What Is Brown Butter?:

Brown butter is melted butter! That’s it, very simple. Once the butter has melted and turned brown, you will be left with a deliciously nutty aroma that can add a neat twist to many recipes such as chocolate chip cookies and or pasta.

How Does It Taste?:

• You will get a hint of nutty flavor.

Recipe At A Glance:

Butter: You will need one stick of butter. I used Lactose Free Lactantia butter.

Equipment Needed:

Cooking Pot: To brown your butter in.

Whisk: For mixing the butter.

Air Tight Container: For storing.

Tip: butter is not the same as margarine. Don’t confuse the two. You WILL need butter to make brown butter.

How To Make Brown Butter:

Step One:

Turn your stove on to low/medium heat.

Step Two:

Cut the butter into cubes.

Place a small pot onto the stove, cut your butter into thin cubes and place into the pot.

Cutting the butter into small cubes will help the process move faster and evenly than placing an entire stick into the pot.

Step Three:

Whisk frequently.

Allow the butter to slowly melt, be sure to whisk frequently.

Step Four:

Once the butter has melted, you will notice the butter bubbling, do not worry, this will subside.

Step Five:

The magic begins.

As the butter begins to bubble, it will move to a foaming phase.

At the foaming phase, you will notice little brown particles start to appear, this is good!

Step Six:

While the butter is foaming, it will begin to brown, be sure to whisk frequently.

You will start to notice a light nutty fragrance coming from the butter.

Mmmm, can you smell that? Sooooo yummy

Step Seven:

Remove from heat.

Once the butter has browned, remove the pot from the heat and pour the butter into an airtight container. If you are using this delicious concoction right away, allow the butter to cool completely before using. If you are saving this delicious concoction for another day, store in an airtight container and freeze for up to four months.

Tips And Variations:

• It is very easy to burn brown butter. If it goes from brown to black, you will have to toss everything and start over.
• Once the butter has turned brown, remove it from the heat source. It is very easy to go from brown to burnt.
• The butter will be hot, use caution when handling it.
• Whisk frequently to ensure the butter will cook evenly.
• Keep an eye out for tiny brown particles. This is a sign that you are on the right track.
• When using this for a recipe, be sure to add 2-3 tbsp. more than what the recipe requires. When cooking butter, you will lose some of the liquid. For instance, if a recipe calls for 1/2 cup of brown butter, go with 1/2 cup plus 2-3 tbsp. more.

How To Store Brown Butter?:

If you are using brown butter right away, allow it to cool a little before baking with it.

You don’t want to burn yourself.

You can also store brown butter in an airtight container and use it within one week, or freeze for up to four months.

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