How to Make Butter at Home
Pour the Cream: Place the heavy cream in the bowl of your stand mixer, or a large mixing bowl if using a hand mixer.
Whip the Cream: Start the mixer on medium-high speed. First, the cream will turn into whipped cream, but keep going until it separates into butter and buttermilk. This usually takes 5 to 10 minutes.
Separate the Butter from the Buttermilk: Once the butter has formed, drain off the buttermilk (you can save it for cooking or baking!).
Rinse the Butter: To remove any remaining buttermilk, rinse the butter under cold water, pressing with your hands or a spatula to squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This step is essential for extending the shelf life of your butter.
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