These Compound Butter Recipes Will Change the Way You Look at Butter

Compound butter, or beurre composé in French, is any combination of butter and supplementary ingredients such as aromatics, herbs, spices, or sweeteners.

They are delicious spreads, not only on freshly baked breads, but also as a topping for grilled seafood or vegetables, or stirred into sauces to add richness and flavor. Making compound butter is one of the easiest ways to spruce up your dinner!

Check out some of our favorite flavor combinations below.

Strawberry & Thyme Compound Butter

The combination of strawberry and thyme makes for a sweet addition to your spread.

Lemon & Caper Compound Butter

This simple lemon and caper compound butter will elevate any dish. The recipe only takes four ingredients and requires nothing but a bowl, spoon, and a piece of parchment paper.

Shallot & Tarragon Compound Butter

This shallot and tarragon compound butter is the perfect savory complement to your proteins, bread, or vegetables.

Sage & Roasted Garlic Butter

The classic flavors of sage and roasted garlic make this a fantastic hostess gift for your favorite foodie.

Chili & Lime Compound Butter

This chili lime butter would be delicious on anything, but you can try it on proteins like chicken as well to add a little acidity and spice!