Description
The Butter Board is simple, indulgent, and surprisingly elegant. Soft, creamy butter spread onto a board and topped with herbs, flaky salt, and flavorful extras turns an everyday ingredient into a stunning appetizer. Perfect for entertaining, holidays, or casual gatherings, this is the kind of recipe that gets people talking—and reaching for more bread.
Ingredients
1–2 cups unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
Flaky sea salt
Fresh herbs (chives, thyme, rosemary, or parsley), finely chopped
Freshly cracked black pepper
Optional Toppings
Honey or hot honey
Roasted garlic
Lemon zest
Chili flakes
Edible flowers
For Serving
Crusty bread, baguette slices, or crackers
Instructions
Place softened butter onto a wooden board or serving platter.
Use the back of a spoon or an offset spatula to spread butter into swoops and swirls.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and black pepper.
Add herbs and any optional toppings evenly over the butter.
Serve immediately with bread or crackers, encouraging guests to scoop and spread.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 per serving