Description
A creamy and flavorful avocado butter made with ripe avocado, softened butter, and fresh lemon juice, perfect for spreading on toast, vegetables, or warm bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley or chives, optional
Instructions
- Add the avocado, softened butter, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to a food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Fold in the chopped herbs if using and blend briefly to combine.
- Transfer the avocado butter to a serving bowl and smooth the surface.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for the best texture and flavor.
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning during storage.
- Substitute with plant-based butter for a vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: avocado butter, creamy avocado spread, homemade flavored butter, avocado recipe, healthy spread