Lemon-Poppy Seed Compound Butter
Spread this tasty butter on scones, pancakes, or muffins, or add some over top of your favorite roasted veggies. The possibilities are endless. This has a touch of sweetness to balance out the lemon, but feel free to adjust the honey to your tastes or intended use.
- Preparation:
- Total:
- Serves: 8 persons
Ingredients
- 1stick salted butter, softened
- 1medium lemon, zested
- 1teaspoon lemon juice
- ¾teaspoon poppy seeds
- ½teaspoon honey
Instructions
Step 1
Combine butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, poppy seeds, and honey in a small bowl.Step 2
Place butter on top of a sheet of plastic wrap. Shape into a log. Fold one side of the plastic wrap over the log and roll into a tube, shaping with your fingers as you roll tightly. Twist the ends to seal.Step 3
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm. The longer it sits, the more the flavors will develop. Unroll from plastic wrap and slice.