Move over butter tray, it's time for a butter board. With the holidays coming up, it's the perfect time to try your hand at an Herbed Butter Board. Such an easy appetizer idea to serve along with a variety of warm breads. This unique TikTok trend is here to stay. Let me tell you exactly what you need to know. This post may contain affiliate links.

using bread to scoop up butter on a butter board

While I love coming up with new ideas, this one is definitely not mine. But, it's pretty brilliant yet just so simple. So I wanted to share my take on it to set my favorite Cutefetti readers up for all the hosting and toasting that IS the holiday season.

EASY HERBED BUTTER BOARD RECIPE

An herbed butter board is like a cheese board that features herbed butter and bread similar to cheese and crackers. Some common herbs used in herbed butter are parsley, rosemary, thyme, and basil.

butter board displayed on marbled table with whole radishes and shallot

The herbed butter is spread on the crackers or bread, and then the other eye-catching toppings are added. An herbed butter board makes a great appetizer or snack for a party or get-together.

A butter board doesn't necessarily replace a charcuterie board, but it makes for the perfect addition to one if you ask me.

You will want to add this to your list of go-to appetizer recipes.

HERBED BUTTER INGREDIENTS

The beauty of the butter board is that after the butter, you really can add ingredients that you prefer. Mix and match or come up with something completely new. The combinations are endless.

Here are the ingredients that I used in mine:

(Make sure to scroll to the recipe card to get the exact measurements or to print out the entire recipe.)

Irish Butter
Olive Oil
Radish
Shallot
Lemon
Parsley
Sea Salt Flakes
Purple or Green Basil
Edible Flowers, Fresh or Dried

HERBED BUTTER BOARD INSTRUCTIONS

When it comes to hosting, I like to keep things simple. I don't want to spend all my time in the kitchen when I could be enjoying my guests. So, whenever possible, I like to find shortcuts that will save me time without sacrificing flavor or presentation.

zesting a lemon with a grater over a butter board

This herbed butter board is the perfect example.

It's a beautiful and rustic way to serve bread and butter, but it only takes minutes to prepare.

dipping crusty bread into a butter board with herbs

Plus, it can be made ahead of time, which is a huge bonus in my book.

Follow these simple steps to make one.

Mix butter in a small bowl until it is softened.
Use a cheese knife to smear the butter onto your serving board.
Drizzle your olive oil over the top of the butter.
Arrange sliced radishes in the shape of flowers on the two corners of your board.
Sprinkle shallots and lemon zest over the butter next.
Tear the parsley over your butter.
Sprinkle the salt evenly over the top.
Tear some basil over the butter base.
Finished off by placing some edible flowers all over.
Serve with a variety of warm bread.

Can you believe how easy that is? All you have left to do is enjoy.

up close view of a trendy tiktok butter board

WHERE DID BUTTER BOARD COME FROM?

Want to know where the butter board trend started? Look no further. The idea of a butter board went viral thanks to TikTok user "justine_snacks" who shared a drool-worthy video with her enticing take on a "butter board". In the video, she credited Josh McFadden as the originator of this idea. He authored a recipe book called Six Seasons: A New Way With Vegetables and in this book he shares an idea that he refers to as "Herbed Butter with Warm Bread". The recipe shows a photo with herbed butter thoughtfully spread over small cutting boards. See his follow up post on Instagram below.

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WHAT IS THE POINT OF A BUTTER BOARD?

The butter board is a new viral trend where you take butter and top it with high-quality ingredients to create a fun party platter. The toppings you use can change based on your taste.

WHERE DO I GET THE EDIBLE FLOWERS

I was able to find them at my local farmer's stand. Not everyone has the luxury of having such a great farmer stand right down the road. Another great place to find them is in the florist section of certain grocery stores like Whole Foods.

I CAN'T FIND FRESH EDIBLE FLOWERS, WHAT CAN I USE INSTEAD?

If you can't find fresh edible flowers, you can use dried edible flowers from Amazon. You can also leave them off your butter board and see some other garnishes you like, fresh herbs always look great and taste great.

WHERE DO YOU FIND PURPLE BASIL?

I get it from my local farm stand. I've also seen it at home improvement stores like Lowe's or Home Depot in the garden section.

You know what's better than plain old butter? Herbed butter!

And you know what's even better than herbed butter? An herbed butter board!

If you are ready to hop onto this TikTok trend, then print off the recipe below.

Herbed Butter Board

Name: Herbed Butter Board
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: appetizer
Ingredients: 8 oz Irish butter, room temperature; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 radish, thinly sliced; ½ small shallot, thinly sliced; 1 lemon, zested; 3 springs parsley, torn; 1 teaspoon flakey sea salt; 5 leaves purple or green basil; Edible flowers; Crusty bread

Yield: 10

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Herbed Butter Board is the perfect appetizer. Made with Irish butter, olive oil, lemon zest with fresh herbs and edible flowers. Perfect for spreading on a variety of breads.

Ingredients

8 oz Irish butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 radish, thinly sliced
½ small shallot, thinly sliced
1 lemon, zested
3 springs parsley, torn
1 teaspoon flakey sea salt
5 leaves purple or green basil
Edible flowers
Crusty bread

Instructions

Mix your butter in a small bowl until it is softened.
Smear the butter onto your serving board, using a cheese knife to help add texture.
Drizzle the oil over the top.
Arrange your radishes in the shape of flowers on two corners of the board.
Sprinkle the butter with the shallots and lemon zest.
Tear the parsley over the butter.
Sprinkle the salt in an even layer on top.
Tear some basil over everything.
Finished with some edible flowers randomly placed all over.
Serve with some warm bread and enjoy.

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Nutrition Information

Yield 10 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 177Total Fat 19gSaturated Fat 12gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 49mgSodium 373mgCarbohydrates 2gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 1g

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If you’re looking for an easy and impressive appetizer to serve your guests, look no further than the Herbed Butter Board. This simple board is made with Irish butter, olive oil, lemon zest and a variety of fresh herbs and edible flowers. It’s perfect for spreading on a variety of breads or crackers, making it the perfect appetizer for any occasion. So why not give it a try?

If you're looking to make your own butter, see how you can use a stand mixer to whip up a delicious homemade batch from Savvy Saving Couple!