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Everyone needs 4 Quick Ways How to Soften Butter? I thought a post like this was necessary after watching my husband get annoyed every time he decided to bake something at the last minute and then realizing once he had already started making it that the recipe called for the butter to be at room temperature.
If baking is not something you do on a daily or weekly basis, discoverin that you forgot to take your butter out of the fridge beforehand to soften is one of those frustrating little details that can make the whole experience a little less enjoyable.
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That’s especially not fun when the holiday season rolls around, a time that is filled with lots of baking. From homemade sugar cookies to chocolate orange snaps to your favorite holiday cookie, chances are you’re going to be needing a lot of softened butter on hand.
Well, you’ll never have to wait around again since today’s Quick Tip video will show you how to soften your butter in four simple ways — and get your kids involved too. Watch and see why it may be the most fun they’ve ever had in the kitchen. And it doesn’t even involve chocolate.
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Love it!
You should also put the butter in a plastic bag before putting the butter in your pocket. Love your video,
Thanks, John
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It is better to say nothing, than to be this cruel to people. Is this the way you would like for someone to talk to you? Think before you say something or wright it.
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I cut my sticks in half (into cubes), put them in a small bowl one at a time and microwave on low power (power level 2 out of 10), checking every 5 seconds. It only takes about 10-15 seconds total per cube. Any longer than that and you’ll have melted butter!
fun tips! Thanks!! I often forget to soften the butter!
I am glad of this video because I always need a way to soften butter. I forget to take butter out to soften. Thank you for the tips.
Good to know.
Thanks – I think I would put it in a zip lock baggie before I put it in my pocket. I know me it could get ugly.
Thanks for the great tips. I’ll have to try them.
Thanks for the great tips. I’ve never tried any but will make sure I do when needed.
Alternately, Martha Stewart recommends beating cold butter in the mixer with the paddle attachment to soften, before adding additional ingredients. I can’t wait to try your warm water idea, though.! The same can be done for eggs that need to be at room temp. 10 minutes in a hot water bath will do it.
Great tips! I’ve done the rolling pin idea, but not the others. Thanks!
Love it! Thanks for sharing:) Now I’m going to make your vanilla cupcake recipe!
Great tips!!
Thanks! I NEVER remember to take the butter out early!
Thanks