Soften Cold Butter. The softening time depends on the room temperature and ranges from 1 to 2 hours for a 4-ounce stick. Place cubed cold butter in a large glass bowl and set it over the pot of hot water.
The time will vary if its sitting in the windowsill with sunshine or near a warm oven. Place cubed cold butter in a large glass bowl and set it over the pot of hot water. Just leave them at room temperature for about an hour or until soft to the touch.
The microwave has so much power that usually the result is melted butter or unevenly softened butter.
Place the butter cubes into. The softening time depends on the room temperature and ranges from 1 to 2 hours for a 4-ounce stick. Grab a glass and fill it with hot water. Alternatively warm a pot of water over medium heat and place a bowl on top of the pot to cover the opening.