What is the purpose of a butter board?

A butter board is a fun, creative alternative to traditional grazing boards. It’s designed to be a shareable appetizer where softened butter is topped with various ingredients like garlic, chutney, and herbs, making it perfect for spreading on bread, crackers, or veggies.

What do you eat with a butter board?

Butter boards are typically served with fresh bread (like focaccia), crackers (sourdough or pita chips), or crudités (raw veggies like carrots and celery). These pairings help balance the richness of the butter and toppings.

What is a butter board trend?

The butter board trend involves spreading softened butter onto a board and topping it with a variety of ingredients—sweet, savory, or spicy—to create a flavorful grazing experience. It’s become popular on social media as a simple yet stylish way to entertain.

Are butter boards healthy?

While butter boards are delicious, they are indulgent and not necessarily a health-focused dish. They’re high in fat (from the butter and oil) and best enjoyed in moderation, especially when served with nutritious add-ons like fresh vegetables.

Amazing Butter Boards: The Ultimate Grazing Experience

Description

This butter board is a creative and fun grazing experience, topped with roasted garlic, fig chutney, prosciutto, and more.

Ingredients

250g (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
3 teaspoons flaky sea salt
1 whole head of garlic or 2 raw garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fig chutney (or chutney of your choice)
2 slices prosciutto, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dukkah
1 tablespoon chili oil
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 sprig of fresh rosemary, leaves removed from the stem

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Instructions

Roast the garlic by slicing the head in half, drizzling with olive oil, and wrapping in aluminum foil. Roast for 40 minutes at 220°C (430°F) until soft. Let cool and squeeze out the cloves.
Spread softened butter on a board and create grooves. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Add roasted or raw crushed garlic, fig chutney, prosciutto, dukkah, and chili oil. Garnish with thyme and rosemary.
Serve with fresh bread, crackers, or crudités.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different toppings based on your taste.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Roasting and spreading
Cuisine: Global