Best 7 Lemon Butter Spread Recipes

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**Lemon Butter Spread: A Delightful Culinary Experience**

Lemon butter spread is a versatile and flavorful condiment that adds a zesty and creamy touch to various dishes. It is crafted by combining the bright and tangy flavors of lemon with the richness of butter, resulting in a spread that is both refreshing and indulgent. This delectable spread can be used as a topping for toast, waffles, pancakes, or muffins, adding a burst of citrusy goodness to your breakfast or brunch. It also serves as an excellent accompaniment to grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables, infusing them with a vibrant and tangy flavor. Furthermore, lemon butter spread can be incorporated into sauces, marinades, and dressings, enhancing their taste and adding a touch of elegance. With its versatility and delightful flavor profile, lemon butter spread is a must-have ingredient in any well-stocked kitchen.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Lemon Butter Spread:** This recipe provides a straightforward guide to making a timeless lemon butter spread using simple ingredients such as unsalted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and freshly chopped parsley.

2. **Honey Lemon Butter Spread:** This variation adds a touch of sweetness and floral notes to the classic lemon butter spread by incorporating honey. It is perfect for those who prefer a slightly sweeter spread.

3. **Garlic Lemon Butter Spread:** This recipe introduces a savory twist to the lemon butter spread by adding minced garlic and a pinch of cayenne pepper. It is an excellent choice for grilled meats, vegetables, and seafood.

4. **Herb Lemon Butter Spread:** This recipe elevates the lemon butter spread with a blend of fresh herbs such as basil, thyme, and rosemary. The aromatic herbs add a delightful layer of flavor and complexity to the spread.

5. **Spicy Lemon Butter Spread:** This variation brings a fiery kick to the classic lemon butter spread by incorporating diced jalapeños and a pinch of chili powder. It is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their condiments.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON BUTTER SPREAD



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My grandmother, who was a great cook, brought this recipe with her from England. I use it as a spread on toast, for filling in a cake or on top of ice cream. -Gloria Costes, West Hills, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In the top of a double boiler over boiling water, melt butter. Stir in sugar, eggs, lemon juice and zest. Cook over simmering water for 1 hour or until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon., Pour into containers. Store in the refrigerator. Use over cake or spread on toast or muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PERFECT LEMON CURD



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Wonderfully tart, classic English lemon curd...perfect with scones and tea.

Provided by TAWNIE44

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 21m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

¾ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
¾ cup sugar
3 eggs
½ cup unsalted butter, cubed

Steps:

  • In a 2 quart saucepan, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, eggs, and butter. Cook over medium-low heat until thick enough to hold marks from whisk, and first bubble appears on surface, about 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 18.7 mg, Sugar 13 g

LEMON PARSLEY BUTTER (A COMPOUND BUTTER)



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Compound Butters such as this recipe for Lemon Parsley Butter are the simplest way to have wonderful rich flavor on hand at a moment's notice. I grow parsley in my herb garden and I have three lemon trees in my yard. This recipe suits my needs perfectly. Use this butter on steamed baby potatoes, on baked or grilled fish, on crackers as a spread, on pasta with a little fresh cream, on broiler toast, on a steak with crumbled bleu cheese.......and on and on and on. If you have never made a compound butter, it's about time you try. Bon Appetit!

Provided by Garrison Wayne @TheOrganizedChef

Categories     Spreads

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cup(s) italian parsley leaves (loosely packed) (no tough stems)
2 stick(s) butter (unsalted)
- zest of 1/2 lemon (use a microplane)
1/2 teaspoon(s) kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) black pepper

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients in a food processor and process until quite smooth. It is easier if the butter is slightly softened. Make sure the parsley is cleaned and spun dry before using. Use a pulse on/off action.
  • Pack into several small crocks/ramekins and keep tightly covered in the fridge. Butter will keep several weeks, if not longer.
  • To use, remove butter from fridge about 30 minutes before using, to soften.

LEMON BUTTER



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Place the ingredients in a small bowl and mash together with a fork. Place the butter mixture in a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap and roll into a 1-inch-diameter cylinder. Twist the ends and refrigerate until ready to use.

LEMON BUTTER



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This can be used in cakes or as a spread. This can stay good for 30 day in the fridge.

Provided by Kyra Brier

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 eggs
6 big lemons
lemon zest from 2 or 3 lemons
1/4 c butter
1 lb sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Use a mixer to beat eggs and sugar.
  • 2. Place mix in a sacepan with butter, the zest and juice from the lemons.
  • 3. Cook on low until thick.
  • 4. Let cool. Then keep in the fridge.

LEMON BUTTER TARTS



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I love butter tarts, and can never get enough. This is one that I make now and then to be a little different.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts     Fruit Tart Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter
2 teaspoons lemon zest
⅓ cup lemon juice
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
2 egg yolks
12 (3 inch) tart shells, baked
3 egg whites
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Melt butter or margarine in a saucepan. Add rind, lemon juice, and 1 1/2 cups sugar. Beat eggs and egg yolks until thick, and add to lemon butter mixture. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thick. Chill.
  • Beat 3 egg whites until stiff. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, and continue beating until stiff and glossy. Fill baked tart shells with lemon custard, and top with meringue.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) just until tarts are a delicate brown color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 177.4 mg, Sugar 34.5 g

GARLIC LEMON BUTTER



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This tangy flavored butter offers a nice change from plain butter and gives a refreshing new taste to an ear of corn. When I serve this on the side during fresh corn season, the same question always gets asked-"What's in the butter that makes it so delicious?" -Margie Wampler, Butler, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter, softened
2 to 3 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat all ingredients until blended. Refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt to taste.
  • If you don't have fresh lemon juice, you can use 1 tablespoon of bottled lemon juice plus 1 teaspoon of water.
  • To make a larger batch, simply double or triple the recipe.
  • This spread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • For a quick and easy snack, spread some lemon butter on a slice of toast or a bagel.
  • You can also use this spread to add flavor to grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Lemon butter spread is a versatile and delicious condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It's easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. With its bright and tangy flavor, lemon butter spread is sure to add a touch of sunshine to any meal.

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