Garlic Parsley Butter: Flavor-Packed Spread

Name: How to Make Garlic Parsley Butter: Flavor-Packed Spread | Easy & Delicious Garlic Parsley Butter: Flavor-Packed Spread Recipe
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: continental

Garlic parsley butter is a rich, savory, and aromatic compound butter made with fresh garlic, parsley, and creamy butter. It’s versatile and perfect for spreading on bread, tossing with pasta, or melting over grilled meats and vegetables.

prep time 10 Mins

cook time

chef Ankita Singh

Compound butters are a chef’s secret weapon, adding instant flavor to dishes with minimal effort. This garlic parsley butter is one of the most popular variations — simple yet packed with flavor. Fresh parsley adds brightness, while garlic infuses a savory depth that pairs beautifully with the richness of butter.
It’s quick to make and can be prepared in advance, then refrigerated or frozen for future use. Spread it over warm bread, use it to finish steaks or seafood, stir into pasta, or melt it over roasted vegetables for a quick upgrade.
Homemade garlic parsley butter is fresher and more customizable than store-bought versions, letting you adjust the intensity of garlic or add extra herbs and spices to suit your taste.

Step 1

Prepare Butter Base

In a mixing bowl, add softened butter.

Step 2

Add Flavorings

Stir in garlic, parsley, lemon juice (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Mix until well combined and smooth.

Step 3

Shape & Chill

Transfer onto parchment paper. Roll into a log and twist ends to seal.
Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm (or freeze for longer storage).

Step 4

Serve

Slice and use as needed — spread over bread, melt over meats, or stir into pasta.

Tips and Tricks

Roast garlic before adding for a sweeter, less pungent flavor.
Use salted butter if preferred, and skip added salt.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months. Slice off portions as needed.
Additions: Mix in chili flakes, Parmesan, or lemon zest for flavor twists.
Serving idea: Spread generously over baguettes and bake for easy homemade garlic bread.