Butter Board with Jam & Herbs
A spreadable canvas of soft butter layered with jam, fresh herbs, and crunchy toppings. Serve with crackers or bread for an elegant, zero-cook snack.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 1g

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Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup jam or fruit preserves (any flavor)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped (parsley, dill, thyme, or chives)
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt & coarse black pepper
- 1 serving crackers or sliced bread, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Spread softened butter onto a small plate or board in a single, even layer.
- 2
Drizzle jam across the butter in stripes or dollops.
- 3
Scatter fresh herbs, sea salt, and cracked pepper over the top.
- 4
Serve immediately with crackers or warm bread for scooping.
Tools you’ll need
- small plate or cutting board
- knife (for chopping herbs)
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