The Best Vegan Butter Recipe

Butter has long been central to cooking and baking—but for plant-based diets, recreating that creamy, spreadable texture with clean, simple ingredients can feel tricky. This recipe turns that notion on its head. With just four ingredients, you can make a vegan “butter” that’s silky, spreadable, and perfect for toast, baking, or stirring into dishes.

It’s made by combining softened coconut oil and avocado oil, with a dash of turmeric for color and sea salt for balance. No emulsifiers, no stabilizers—just real fats that meld into a creamy spread. Because it’s so simple, it’s a go-to recipe when you want control over quality, flavor, and what you spread on your food.

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Easy Homemade Vegan Butter

Recipe Details

Yield: 1 small jar
Active Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Ingredients

• 1/3 cup coconut oil, softened
• 1/4 cup avocado oil
• Small pinch turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Recipe Instructions

1. Make sure your coconut oil is softened (not melted) so the mixture will blend properly.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together softened coconut oil and avocado oil until smooth and homogeneous.
3. Add a small pinch of turmeric (for color) and ½ teaspoon sea salt. Whisk until everything is evenly distributed and free of lumps.
4. Scrape the mixture into a resealable glass jar or container. Seal and refrigerate until firm.
5. The spread will thicken as it chills. Use it as you would butter—for baking, spreading, or cooking. Store in the fridge for up to two months.

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Vegan “Butter” Spread Nutrition Facts

*Estimated per 1 tablespoon serving.

Serving Size	1 tbsp
Calories	~120
Protein	0 g
Carbs	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Fat	13 g

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Vegan Butter Variations & Tips

• Color variation: Add more turmeric for a deeper golden hue, or skip it entirely if you want a paler spread.
• Herb twist: Mix in finely minced fresh herbs (like chives, parsley) to create a compound “butter.”
• Garlic butter version: Stir in a small amount of garlic powder or roasted garlic for a savory spread.
• Melting point adjustment: Use more coconut oil (higher ratio) if you want a firmer spread; more avocado oil for a softer texture.
• Room temperature usage: Take out of fridge 10–15 minutes before use so it’s easier to spread.

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Best Vegan Butter Pairings

• Warm toast or gluten-free bread — perfect base for spreading this vegan “butter.”
• Plant-based pancakes or waffles — use it as your “butter” substitute.
• Roasted vegetables — melt a bit over warm veggies for a subtle richness.
• Oatmeal or porridge — stir in a pat for creaminess and flavor.
• Grilled corn or polenta — spread on top as a finishing touch.

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Ideas to Enjoy Homemade Vegan Butter

• Plant-based breakfasts — use this instead of margarine or butter.
• Vegan brunches or gatherings — offer it as a high-quality spread option.
• Baking sessions — use it in cookie or muffin recipes that call for butter.
• Picnics or outdoor meals — take along a jar of this butter for spreads.
• Holiday baking or dessert spreads — convenient plant-based fat for festive recipes.

Photo credit: Paul Delmont