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- Pour the Cream: Start by pouring the heavy cream into the bowl of your stand mixer or a large mixing bowl if using a hand mixer.
- Whip the Cream: Turn the mixer to medium-high speed. The cream will first turn into whipped cream. Continue whipping until the cream separates into butter and buttermilk. This process takes about 5-10 minutes.
- Separate the Butter and Buttermilk: Once the butter and buttermilk have separated, pour off the buttermilk (save it for baking or cooking!).
- Rinse the Butter: To remove any remaining buttermilk, rinse the butter under cold water. Use a spatula or your hands to press the butter and squeeze out as much buttermilk as possible. This step is crucial for extending the shelf life of your butter.
- Season and Store: If you like, add a pinch of salt to your butter and mix well. Transfer the butter to a clean container or mold it into a shape using parchment paper. Store in the refrigerator.
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