Vegan Garlic Butter (Easy Dairy-Free Garlic Butter Spread)

Name: Vegan Garlic Butter (Easy Dairy-Free Garlic Butter Spread)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ½ cup dairy-free butter, room temperature; 6 cloves of garlic, finely minced; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

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This vegan garlic butter is a simple way to upgrade your meals with little effort. Just mix a few pantry staples with dairy-free butter for a creamy, garlicky spread that’s great on toast, pasta, veggies, potatoes, and more. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want to make a meal more exciting in a hurry. If you want a garlic butter that’s bold, easy to spread, and made with just a few ingredients, this is the one.

bowl of garlic butter on wooden platter with cloves of garlic and parsley

Reasons to Love This Vegan Garlic Butter
Ingredients Needed to Make Vegan Garlic Butter
One Garlic Butter, So Many Uses!
Tips For Making The Best Garlic Butter
Storage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Vegan Garlic Butter (Easy Dairy-Free Garlic Butter Spread) Recipe

garlic bread on platter next to cup of garlic butter

Reasons to Love This Vegan Garlic Butter

It comes together in one bowl.
No cooking is required.
Use it right away or chill it for a firmer, sliceable butter.
It levels up boring meals in less than a minute!

vegan butter, fresh garlic, parsley, garlic powder, salt, black pepper

Ingredients Needed to Make Vegan Garlic Butter

Dairy-free butter – Pick a vegan butter you enjoy on its own, since it sets the flavor. We like using Country Crock Plant Butter.
Garlic – Fresh garlic gives the butter its main flavor and aroma.
Garlic powder -This adds a deeper garlic flavor and balances the fresh garlic.
Salt – Sharpens and balances the flavors of the butter and garlic.
Black pepper – Provided additional flavor and a subtle spice.
Fresh parsley – Brings freshness and color, and balances the richness.

One Garlic Butter, So Many Uses!

Garlic Bread or Toast – Spread onto bread and toast until golden.
Pasta – Toss with hot pasta, then add a splash of pasta water to help it meld together.
Roasted Vegetables – Melt and drizzle over roasted broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, or Brussels sprouts.
Potatoes – Stir into mashed potatoes or melt over baked potatoes.
Rice and Grains – Add a small spoonful to warm rice, quinoa, or couscous.
Mushrooms – Melt in a pan and sauté mushrooms until browned.
Pizza Crust – Brush onto the crust before baking or right after it comes out of the oven.
Corn on the Cob – Spread on hot corn and finish with extra black pepper.
Sandwiches – Use in place of mayo for a garlic-forward bite.

Tips For Making The Best Garlic Butter

Use room-temperature butter so everything mixes smoothly.
Mince the garlic as finely as you can so every bite tastes balanced.
Mix a bit longer than you think is needed. This helps the seasoning spread evenly.
Taste and adjust as needed. If your butter is unsalted, you might want to add a little more salt.
For a milder flavor, use fewer garlic cloves or let the butter chill for a few hours so the flavors blend and mellow.

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scoop of garlic butter from bowl — Add garlic butter ingredients in a small bowl

Storage Instructions

Refrigerator – Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Freezer – For longer storage, scoop the butter onto parchment paper, shape it into a log, wrap it tightly, and freeze for up to 2 months. Just slice off what you need and return the rest to the freezer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is garlic butter vegan?

Traditional garlic butter is made with dairy butter. This version uses dairy-free butter, so it is vegan.

Can I use salted vegan butter?

Yes. If you use salted butter, start with less added salt, then taste and adjust.

Can I use dried parsley instead of fresh?

Yes. Use a smaller amount (about 1/3 teaspoon) since dried herbs are more concentrated. Mix well so it distributes evenly.

How do I make this butter spreadable right out of the fridge?

Let it sit at room temperature for about 10 to 15 minutes, then stir to soften.

Can I roast the garlic first?

Yes. Roasted garlic will make the flavor sweeter and less sharp. Mash it into the butter, then mix until uniform.

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