Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon coarse Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the softened butter, Dijon mustard, chopped chives, parsley, fresh thyme, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, kosher salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk or mix together until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Shape Butter Log: Scoop the mixed butter onto a piece of plastic wrap. Roll it into a log shape, pressing and shaping the butter as you wrap. Twist the ends of the plastic wrap tightly to seal the butter log.
- Refrigerate: Place the wrapped butter log in the refrigerator and chill until firm, which typically takes about 2 hours but can be left overnight for convenience.
- Melt for Dip (Optional): To make a dipping sauce, remove the desired amount of butter and melt it in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring well between each until fully melted and smooth.
- Store: Keep the prepared cowboy butter in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and flavor.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, you can pulse all ingredients together in a food processor instead of mixing by hand.
- The compound butter can be sliced into rounds and placed atop grilled steak, chicken, or vegetables for an instant flavor boost.
- Freezing the butter log extends its shelf life up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before use.
- Adjust cayenne and crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- This butter is best used fresh but can also enhance hot dishes as it melts beautifully.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
