Bone marrow butter is the best way add next level flavor to any meal! Beefy, rich and savory, you can serve this condiment with crackers, crostinis, a slice of crusty bread, grilled steaks or even add it to an elegant charcuterie board.
This roasted bone marrow butter- just like any other type of compound butter- is easy to make.
It’s similar to our Garlic Herb Butter in the fact that it’s studded with sea salt and fresh herbs. But the extra addition of roasted bone marrow takes the flavor up a notch to create a wonderfully beefy, umami-packed butter with a velvety texture.
It’s a gourmet compound butter that you can enjoy in so many different ways!
Bone marrow is high in healthy fats which is what gives it a rich flavor. It is most commonly described as a strong umami flavor which is why this condiment works so well as a main ingredient, but also spread onto a juicy steak.
Top a filet mignon, juicy ribeye or served alongside these tender steak bites for an incredible steak dinner that will rival any fine dining experience (truly our favorite way to enjoy it!).
This creamy spread is also incredible served as an appetizer with hot toast and roasted garlic cloves or your own favorite crackers (like our sourdough discard crackers or our gluten-free artisan crackers).
Why This Bone Marrow Butter Recipe Works
Why go with ho-hum regular butter when this gourmet delight is an option? With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create an upscale, gourmet-inspired compound butter with so much flavor! And bonus… it is perfectly compatible with a paleo diet.
Here are all the reasons why you’ll love this spread:
- Full of flavor. Bone marrow is naturally high in fat and we all know fat = flavor. Add it to creamy butter with a mix of fresh herbs for the ultimate treat for your taste buds!
- Versatility. Stir a bit of this roasted bone marrow butter into soups or cooked vegetables for a big boost of yum. Top your steaks or homemade bread slices for an elevated main course or starter.
- Easy to prepare. While recipes like this carry a high price tag at any fine dinning establishment, it’s actually quite simple and affordable to prepare at home. Like any recipe for compound butter, just a few ingredients and a little time is all you need to create this tasty butter mixture.
Ingredients Needed for Butter with Marrow Bones
Here’s a look at what you will need to make this gourmet delight.
- Beef marrow bones. You can use a few different types of beef bone marrow bones as long as they’re large. The femur bones, tibia and shank bones carry the most bone marrow and all of these options should be easy to find at your local grocery store.
- Unsalted butter. Make sure it’s at room temperature so it’s easy to mix.
- Water. Also at room temperature so it blends well with the other ingredients.
- Fresh herbs. You will need a mix of fresh thyme and fresh rosemary, finely chopped, plus a few extra sprigs to use as an optional garnish.
- Salt. No compound butter is ready without it! Salt adds the perfect amount of flavor to this creamy, rich spread. You are welcome to add a pinch of pepper as well.
From Bones to Bliss: Marrow Rich Butter Recipe Highlights
Let’s explore the process of preparing this gourmet culinary delight. Remember, refer to the printable recipe card at the end of this page for complete cooking instructions and specific ingredient quantities.
Place the bones on a rimmed baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 20-25 minutes or until the marrow is bubbly and light brown.
Transfer the baking tray from the oven and cool the roasted bones until you can handle them. Scrape the marrow into a small bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
Add the butter to the bowl of a standing mixer and use the whisk attachment to whip on high speed until light and fluffy. Drizzle in the water with the mixer running, then add the cooled marrow, herbs and salt.
Whip another 30 seconds to combine. Transfer to a small dish and serve, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Tips for the Best Results
- The ratio of butter to bone marrow should be 2:1. If there is less to scoop out of the bones, reduce the amount of butter to equal the 2:1 ratio.
- This recipe will give you about 5 cups of this rich, flavorful, culinary masterpiece. It makes a nice hostess gift in a small glass jar tied with a ribbon.
Storing This Savory Spread
Store the butter wrapped in parchment paper or wax paper in a log shape. You can also transfer it to an airtight container and keep it covered in the fridge for up to two months.
Serving Suggestions
Enhance your dining experience with this sumptuous spread, perfectly paired with a variety of recipes. Try it on garlic pizza, with smoked London broil (or any other meat), or explore these other delightful combinations:
- Ancient Grains Gourmet Crackers
- Whole Wheat Einkorn Bread
- Reverse Sear Cowboy Steak
- Sous Vide Tomahawk Steak
- Roasted Baby Potatoes
- Tomato Confit with Garlic
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Bone Marrow Butter
Ingredients
- 5 pounds large beef marrow bones
- 1 pound unsalted butter room temperature
- ¼ cup water room temperature
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves chopped
- 1 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Sprigs of fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F
- Place the bones on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until the marrow is bubbly and light brown, about 20-25 minutes.
- Transfer from the oven and cool until you can handle them.
- With a butter knife, or appetizer spoon, scrape the marrow into a small bowl. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Add the butter to the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, (or a handheld electric mixer) and whip on high speed until light, fluffy and pale in color, about 8-10 minutes. With the mixer running, slowly drizzle in the water then add the cooled marrow, thyme, rosemary and salt. Continue to whip for another 30 seconds to fully combine.
- Transfer the spread to as small dish and serve.
Notes
- The ratio of butter to marrow should be 2:1. If you have less in the bones, reduce the amount of butter to equal the 2:1 ratio.
- You can serve this spread with crackers, toast points, bread slices, dolloped on grilled steaks, or as part of a charcuterie board.
- This recipe makes about 5 cups of butter and will make a nice hostess gift in a small glass jar tied with a ribbon.
- Store in the refrigerator in a covered container for up to 2 months.
