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Whipped vanilla butter with a light, fluffy texture served in a white ceramic ramekin on a rustic farmhouse table.

Whipped Vanilla Butter 🧈✨

This whipped vanilla butter is a light, fluffy, sweet compound butter made with real butter, pure vanilla extract, and a touch of powdered sugar. Whipped until airy and smooth, this vanilla butter spreads effortlessly and adds rich flavor to biscuits, cornbread, pancakes, waffles, toast, and sweet breads. Made in just minutes with simple pantry ingredients, whipped vanilla butter is perfect for breakfast, brunch, holidays, and everyday meals. This easy whipped butter recipe stores well in the refrigerator, can be made ahead, and is a simple way to elevate homemade and store-bought baked goods with a soft, creamy vanilla flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 36
Calories 60 kcal

Equipment

  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Airtight container or butter dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk, if needed
  • 1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Add the softened butter to a mixing bowl. Beat on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until pale, fluffy, and doubled in volume.
  • Add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat again for 1–2 minutes until fully incorporated and ultra-light.
  • Taste the butter and adjust sweetness or vanilla as desired. Scrape down the sides and give it one final whip.
  • Transfer to a butter dish or airtight container. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered 
dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tbspCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 5mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 180IUCalcium: 5mg
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