You took advantage of that Costco deal, hmm?
It’s a wonder the internet searches that can come from a simple trip to Costco.
This time, it was the big box of butter that got me.
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It wasn’t until I got home that I realized I had purchased an unreasonable amount of the stuff.
Freeze it in sticks or cut it into slices so you only need to thaw the amount you need.
How Long Can You Freeze Butter?
You’ll need to freeze the butter prior to its “Use By” date.
And, once you pull it from the freezer, Land O’Lakes recommends using it within 30 days.
Will Freezing Butter Alter the Taste?
Can You Freeze Butter Substitutes?
Now, what about those butter spreads andmargarinesthat come in plastic containers?
The brands stick margarine can be frozen in its original packaging, just like butter.
Store the sticks in a resealable freezer bag.
After that, they’re ready to use any way you’d normally use butter.
If you need tobring your butter to room temperaturequickly, use a box grater to grate the frozen stick.
That handy trick will greatly speed up the process of thawing butter for baked goods.
The best part about freezing butter is that you’ll likely never find yourself with a shortage.
Just buy a fresh package (or four) when your freezer supply starts getting low.
Do You Have To Thaw Butter Before Using It?
If you need melted butter, simply warm the desired amount in a microwave or on the stovetop.
How Do You Tell If Frozen Butter Is Bad?
However, sometimes it’s not easy to tell when frozen butter has gone bad.
U.S.Dairy.Can Butter Be Frozen?.
Lake O’Lakes.Can You Freeze Butter?.
