Description
Learn how to make a unique and decorative Butter Candle that is sure to impress your guests. This candle is made using softened butter, roasted garlic, and a mix of fresh herbs, creating a flavorful and aromatic spread for crusty bread slices. Perfect for special occasions or gatherings!
Ingredients
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For the Butter Candle:
- 1 1/2 cups (310 g) salted butter, softened
- 4 cloves roasted garlic
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh parsley
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
For Serving:
- 1 loaf crusty bread
- Baguettes, sliced and toasted
Instructions
- Prepare the Butter Mixture: Whip together softened butter, roasted garlic, chopped herbs, pepper, and salt until well combined.
- Layer the Butter: Spoon a layer of the butter mixture into a Pringles can, tapping to remove air bubbles. Place the candle wick in the center.
- Build the Candle: Alternate layers of butter and tap down to remove bubbles, ensuring the wick stays centered. Chill the candle.
- Prepare the Bread: Cut a hole in the loaf of bread for the candle. Serve on a platter with toasted baguette slices.
- Unmold and Serve: Slice the can to remove it, trim the wick, light, and enjoy the melting butter candle.
Notes
- A “grab and go” sized Pringles can works well as a mold, or use a clean soup can lined with plastic wrap.
- Start with very soft butter for easy molding.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Opt for a cotton wick without wax coating.
- Press butter layers down to avoid air bubbles.
- Chill the candle overnight for flavors to meld.
- Light the wick 20 minutes before serving; candle burns for 1-3 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 148 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 216mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
