Soften Frozen Butter In Microwave. Be very cautious if you try to microwave the butter in order to soften it. 1100 watt Microwaves will soften FROZEN butter in 12 seconds.
Unlike cream cheese the butter will melt very quickly when it is heated in the microwave. Add Tip Ask. If your butter was only refrigerated start with 20 seconds.
However be careful not to melt your butter to a liquid state.
Your goal here is to soften the butter not melt it. Cut the frozen butter into pats and spread them in a single layer on a heavy plate or bowl. Theyll soften in 20 to 40 minutes depending on the temperature that day. However be careful not to melt your butter to a liquid state.