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How To Quickly Soften Butter

Learn how to soften butter in the microwave without melting it.
Prep Time1 minute
Active Time3 minutes
Resting Time7 minutes
Total Time11 minutes
Author: House Hunk

Materials

  • 1 stick butter sliced thin, and placed on a small plate
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • Fill a 1 cup glass measuring cup with water.
  • Microwave on HIGH until it reaches a rapid boil, approximately 3 minutes.
  • Right when the cook time on the microwave expires, quickly open the microwave and place plate of butter slices inside next to cup of steaming water, and shut the door.
  • Let butter sit undisturbed in closed microwave for 6-7 minutes.
  • Your butter is now softened and ready for baking!