Why everyone’s making a butter board?
Butter boards are a relatively new trend, but thanks to Tik Tok blogger Justine Doiron, they have quickly captured the attention of social media users. Almost every day, an unknown content creator is experimenting to create a new style board, with millions of viewers watching intently. If, like us, you’ve been seeing butter boards all over your social media feeds and are perplexed, know that you’re not alone. What exactly is a butter board? How does one get made? What exactly is the big deal? We will look into it.
What is a butter board?
A butter board is a wooden board that has been smeared with butter and sprinkled with seasonings, bits of fruits, condiments, vegetables, and herbs. The concept has sparked several other online creations that go far beyond plain butter. Some examples include a peanut butter chat board and an avocado chat board. They are intended for communal consumption and are typically served with bread. The trend is to eat the butter with bread after scraping it off. It’s an impractical idea for people who live in hot, humid climates, where the butter would quickly melt and trickle down the board, making it a messy affair.
How To Make a Butter Board?
- A thick layer of softened butter is first splayed across a wooden board. Consider this your canvas.
- Always top with a generous layer of flaky salt and citrus zest. Both will bring a lot of brightness and depth to the butter.
- Add any herbs or toppings that appeal to you – this can include vegetables, freshly ground spices, toasted nuts, or anything else! Just keep in mind that everything should be cut small enough to be scooped onto a slice of bread as guests dig in. When you’ve decided on a few toppings, make sure they’re all complementary in some way – this is where the fun begins.
- If you want to add something sweet, a drizzle of honey works well. Serve with warm crusty bread.
- Allow your guests to dip, swirl, spread, and enjoy!
Unique Butter Board Ideas
- Pumpkin With Brown Butter: The pumpkin whip butter board idea is a creative spin on the current trend and the perfect autumn meal that will impress even the most discerning guests. The flaky sea salt and walnuts add a nice crunch, and hand-whipping the pumpkin butter mixture creates the perfect fluffy texture for spreading. Sprinkle with dark chocolate for extra sweetness.
- Roasted Garlic and Chilli: Everyone loves garlic, and roasting the cloves in the oven gives them the perfect, smooth texture that melts into the butter board. If you’re short on time and need something quick, garlic paste will work nicely when combined with the butter to provide that delightfully tangy flavor.
- Mango, Garlic and Coriander: This South Asian-inspired take on the trend looks delicious, and you probably already have all of the ingredients on hand. If you store your chutney in the refrigerator, allow it to cool until it reaches room temperature for the perfect runny texture. Serve with warm naan.
- Peanut Butter: If you’re still not convinced by the idea of butter boards, try this peanut butter variation first. This sweet and salty combination, served with dried banana and green apple, is appropriate for a mid-afternoon snack as well as a dinner party.
The possibilities for a butter board are endless, ranging from pumpkin and cinnamon to goat cheese and onion. Like this post? Don’t forget to check out our other short stories in our Quick Read section