Step-by-Step Guide to Brown Butter

Learn how to make perfect brown butter!

- Easy stovetop method - Ready in 5 minutes - Great for baking + cooking!

STEP 1:

Slice butter into 8 pieces (this helps the butter melt faster) and place in a heavy saucepan.

STEP 2:

Melt butter over medium heat. Use a light-colored saucepan or light ceramic skillet so that you can easily see the color develop.

STEP 3:

Continue stirring with a rubber spatula until butter is completely melted, about 1 minute.

STEP 4:

As the butter continues to cook, you’ll notice that it starts to foam up across the surface (after about 2 minutes).

STEP 5:

Continue cooking, stirring with a spatula, until the milk solids begin to brown and the color starts to deepen (after about 3 to 4 minutes).

STEP 6:

After 5 minutes, the melted butter will reach a medium amber brown with a nutty aroma.

STEP 7:

Pour brown butter into a glass bowl and use as directed in the recipe.

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