How To Make Truffle Butter (Like A Chef!)

Sliced truffle-infused cheese on parchment paper, accompanied by whole truffles and a hint of rich truffle butter, all set against a light blue background.

How To Make Truffle Butter (Like A Chef!)

With just 5 minutes of prep time, this easy truffle butter recipe adds intense, rich decadence to nearly any recipe that calls for butter. This post will teach you how to make homemade compound butter like a chef with just 4 ingredients!

Prep Time5

Chill Time2

Total Time2 5

Course: Dips, Sauces, and Salsas

Cuisine: American

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Halal, Low Salt, Vegetarian

Keyword: how to make truffle butter, truffle butter, truffle butter recipe

Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Time: 60 minutes or more

Servings: tablespoons

Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter softened, 226 g
1 Tbsp truffle oil 15 mL
1 Tbsp finely chopped black truffle can substitute with an additional 1 Tbsp of truffle oil
½ tsp salt

Instructions

Mix: In a clean bowl, stir together all ingredients until evenly combined.
Shape: Spoon mixture onto a piece of parchment or wax paper, forming into a log shape. Wrap tightly in parchment, then twist the ends to secure.
Chill: Let chill in the fridge to harden back up for at least 2 hours before using.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks.

Can you freeze truffle butter? Yes, this is a great way to preserve it! Simply wrap the long in plastic wrap and place it in a zip-top bag. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw in the fridge the night before.

Nutrition