Can You Freeze Spreadable Butter?
Spreadable butter is a staple in many fridges because it’s soft enough to use straight from the refrigerator. If you’ve stocked up while it’s on offer or you’re going away, you might be wondering whether it can be frozen.
What Is Spreadable Butter?
Spreadable butter is simply butter with a small amount of vegetable oil added to make it easier to spread straight from the fridge.
Unlike regular butter, it doesn’t need to soften at room temperature before you can use it on toast or sandwiches.
Can You Freeze Spreadable Butter?
Yes, spreadable butter freezes very well.
Freezing has very little effect on the flavour or texture, making it an excellent way to stock up when it’s on offer or prevent it from going to waste.
Most brands of spreadable butter can be frozen.
How To Freeze Spreadable Butter
You can freeze spreadable butter in one large block or divide it into smaller portions.
Smaller portions are often more convenient as you only need to defrost what you’ll use.
- Portion the butter if required.
- Wrap each portion tightly in greaseproof paper or cling film.
- Place the wrapped butter into a freezer bag or airtight container.
- Label and date before freezing.
Double wrapping helps prevent the butter from absorbing odours from other foods in the freezer.
How Long Does Spreadable Butter Last In The Freezer?
Spreadable butter is best used within six months, although many brands remain at their best for up to 12 months if continuously frozen.
Some manufacturers recommend shorter freezing times, so it’s worth checking the packaging if available.
How To Defrost Spreadable Butter
The best way to defrost spreadable butter is overnight in the fridge.
Smaller portions may thaw within a few hours.
If you’re in a hurry, you can grate frozen butter or microwave it for a few seconds at a time using a low power setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you freeze Lurpak Spreadable?
Yes. Lurpak Spreadable freezes just as well as other brands of spreadable butter.
Can you freeze butter in a tub?
Yes, although it’s often more convenient to divide it into smaller portions first so you don’t have to defrost the whole tub.
Can you bake with spreadable butter?
Yes. Spreadable butter can usually be used for baking in place of regular butter, although some recipes work best with traditional block butter.
There you have it, everything you need to know about freezing spreadable butter.
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