Coconut-Lime Butter
Softened butter whipped with toasted coconut and bright lime zest for a tropical finish.
Dietary
Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover
Allergens
Dairy, Tree nuts
This compound butter blends toasted coconut flakes, lime zest, and a touch of honey into softened butter, creating a fragrant spread with tropical flavor. Spoon it over grilled fish, warm cornbread, roasted sweet potatoes, or pancakes for a quick flavor boost. It comes together in minutes and keeps well chilled for future use.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons lime zest, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
Method
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Toast the shredded coconut in a dry 9-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
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Transfer the toasted coconut to a plate and let it cool completely, about 10 minutes.
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In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter with a hand mixer or sturdy spatula until light and creamy, about 1 minute.
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Add the cooled toasted coconut, lime zest, lime juice, honey, and salt to the butter.
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Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the butter is smooth with flecks of coconut and zest throughout.
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Scrape the coconut-lime butter into a jar or shape it into a log using plastic wrap or parchment paper.
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Chill the butter until firm, at least 1 hour, before serving. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Coconut-Lime Butter
This compound butter blends toasted coconut flakes, lime zest, and a touch of honey into softened butter, creating a fragrant spread with tropical flavor. Spoon it over grilled fish, warm cornbread, roasted sweet potatoes, or pancakes for a quick flavor boost. It comes together in minutes and keeps well chilled for future use.
45 min 16 oz 180 cal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons lime zest, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

Method
- 1
Toast the shredded coconut in a dry 9-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- 2
Transfer the toasted coconut to a plate and let it cool completely, about 10 minutes.
- 3
In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter with a hand mixer or sturdy spatula until light and creamy, about 1 minute.
- 4
Add the cooled toasted coconut, lime zest, lime juice, honey, and salt to the butter.
- 5
Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the butter is smooth with flecks of coconut and zest throughout.
- 6
Scrape the coconut-lime butter into a jar or shape it into a log using plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- 7
Chill the butter until firm, at least 1 hour, before serving. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.