Whipped Strawberry Basil Butter (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dairy and Seasonings
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113 grams unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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0.25 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
→ Fresh Produce
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2 to 3 fresh strawberries, mashed into 2 tablespoons puree with juice
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1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
→ Sweetener
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2 teaspoons honey, optional, to taste
# Instructions:
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Combine the softened butter and salt in a medium bowl. Using a hand-held electric mixer or whisk, beat until the butter is light, airy, and increased in volume.
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In a separate small bowl, mash the strawberries thoroughly with a fork to yield approximately 2 tablespoons of puree and liquid.
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Add the strawberry puree, including any released juice, to the whipped butter. Mix with the electric mixer or whisk until the mixture turns uniformly pink and the puree is fully integrated.
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Fold in the chopped basil using a spatula. Taste and, if desired, blend in the honey for additional sweetness, depending on the natural sweetness of the strawberries.
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Serve immediately or transfer to a glass jar, refrigerating for up to two weeks. Allow to soften at room temperature before serving for best spreadability.
# Notes:
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To easily spread after refrigeration, allow the butter to come to room temperature before serving.
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Mixture can be doubled or scaled as required for larger gatherings.