Best 4 Clarified Butter Slow Cooker Recipes

Clarified butter is a type of butter that has been heated until the milk solids and water have been removed, leaving behind a pure fat that is perfect for cooking. It has a high smoke point, making it ideal for searing and sautéing, and it also adds a rich, nutty flavor to dishes. Cooking with clarified butter in a slow cooker is a great way to infuse your food with flavor and create tender, juicy meals. Whether you're making a pot roast, a braised chicken, or a hearty stew, clarified butter will help you achieve the perfect results.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CLARIFIED BUTTER

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We make clarified butter to remove the milk solids, which are what burn when cooking with high heat. Keep a jar in the fridge to use for pan frying, or to drizzle over veggies, rice and, of course, seafood! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 3/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 1

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, cubed

Steps:

In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Simmer until solids separate from fat, about 10 minutes, but do not allow butter to brown. Remove from heat; skim and discard surface foam., Slowly pour clear yellow liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CLARIFIED BUTTER (SLOW COOKER)

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Make and share this Clarified Butter (Slow Cooker) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by duonyte

Categories Very Low Carbs

Time 1h45m

Yield 3-5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

2 -3 lbs unsalted butter
cheesecloth

Steps:

Place butter in the slow cooker, cover and cook on Low for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until the butter is melted and the milk solids surface.
Skim the milk solids from the surface until the butter is clear.
Strain the butter through the cheesecloth into clean containers. Store the clarified butter in the refrigerator for several weeks or freeze for up to a year.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2170.1, Fat 245.5, SaturatedFat 155.5, Cholesterol 650.7, Sodium 33.3, Carbohydrate 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 2.6

CLARIFIED BUTTER

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Provided by Alton Brown

Time 50m

Yield Approximately 1 1/4 pounds clarified butter

Number Of Ingredients 1

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

Place the butter in a 2-quart saucepan and set over medium heat. Once the butter has liquefied, decrease the heat to lowest setting then adjust to maintain a low boil. Cook for approximately 45 minutes or until the butter reaches 260 degrees F, is clear, and the foam on top is slightly browned. Strain the clarified butter through 4 layers of cheesecloth set into a hand strainer into a heatproof vessel. Cool completely before refrigerating in an airtight container for up to six months. Can be frozen for up to a year.

CHOCOLATE BUTTER

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This chocolate butter makes a special addition to breakfast or brunch. It is amazing on toast and can even be used as an indulgent spread for pancakes or waffles. -Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled to room temperature
Optional: French bread baguette or toast

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Gradually beat in melted chocolate until blended. Serve at room temperature and if desired, on a baguette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

Choose the right butter: Use unsalted butter for clarified butter, as salted butter may leave a salty residue.
Clarify the butter slowly: Keep the heat on low and stir the butter occasionally to prevent it from burning.
Strain the clarified butter through a cheesecloth: This will remove any solids and impurities, resulting in a clear, golden liquid.
Store the clarified butter in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid: Keep the clarified butter in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months, or in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
Use clarified butter for various cooking methods: Clarified butter is ideal for frying, sautéing, roasting, and baking. It has a high smoke point, meaning it can be heated to a high temperature without burning.

Conclusion:

Making clarified butter in a slow cooker is an easy and convenient way to prepare this versatile cooking fat. By following the simple steps outlined in this article, you can create clarified butter that is perfect for a variety of culinary applications. Whether you're using it for frying, sautéing, roasting, or baking, clarified butter adds a rich, buttery flavor to your dishes without the worry of burning or splattering. So next time you need clarified butter, give this slow cooker method a try.