This simple, cost-effective process uses heavy cream in order to create three essential kitchen staples at home, making sure that they’re fresher, tastier, and free of unnecessary additives.

Ingredients

– 2 cups of heavy cream (preferably full-fat and organic)
– Ice-cold water
– A pinch of salt (optional, for salted butter)

Step 1: Make Homemade Butter

– Pour the heavy cream into a mixing bowl.
– Use a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed to whip the cream. First, it will turn into whipped cream, and then into a grainy, separated mixture of butter and buttermilk.
– Once the butter solids clump together, pour off the liquid (buttermilk) into a clean container. This is your homemade buttermilk!
– Add a few tablespoons of ice-cold water to the butter and knead it gently. Pour off the water, and repeat until the water runs clear. This step removes residual buttermilk, preventing the butter from spoiling quickly.
– Knead the butter to remove excess moisture. Add a pinch of salt if desired and shape the butter into a block or ball.

Step 2: Make Ghee from Butter

– Place your homemade butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
– As the butter melts, it will separate into three layers: foam on top, clear golden liquid (ghee) in the middle, and milk solids at the bottom.
– Skim off the foam with a spoon.
– Once the milk solids turn golden brown and sink to the bottom, remove the pan from heat. Strain the liquid ghee through a cheesecloth or fine mesh sieve into a clean jar.
– Let the ghee cool to room temperature before sealing it. It can be stored at room temperature for months!

Step 3: Enjoy Your Buttermilk

The liquid separated in Step 1 is traditional buttermilk, perfect for baking, pancakes, or drinking. It’s tangy, light, and full of probiotics.

Why Make Your Own Butter, Ghee, and Buttermilk?

-Save money by making three products from one ingredient.
– No preservatives, additives, or artificial flavors.
– Fresher and more flavorful than store-bought versions.
– Use butter for spreading, ghee for cooking, and buttermilk for baking or drinking.

Tips for Success

– Use high-quality cream for the best flavor and texture.
– Keep the butter cold during the washing process for easier handling.
– Store butter and ghee in airtight containers to maximize freshness.