Easy Jalapeño Lime Butter (Spicy Compound Butter Recipe)

Get ready to add flavor to your next meal with this delicious Jalapeño Lime Butter, which is a compound butter. It’s perfect to slather over grilled corn or top over a sizzling smoked steak. It brings all the zesty flavor to your next meal, and it takes less than 5 minutes to make!

This Jalapeño Lime Butter is one of the best ways to use some of those garden-fresh peppers! We always seem to have an abundance of jalapenos in our garden, and I’m the wimp who can’t handle all of that heat, but when combined with butter into this compound butter, it tones it down some and gives all that great flavor.

What you’ll love about Jalapeno Lime Butter:

• Naturally Gluten-Free
• Quick and Easy with 4 Ingredients and 5 Minutes!
• Bold Flavor – The heat of the jalapenos paired with the tart lime gives the perfect combination.
• Versatile – Easy to use on a variety of foods such as grilled corn and smoked steaks.

If you need more ideas on ways to use up jalapenos, try these Pickled Jalapenos too!

Ingredients for Jalapeño Butter:

• Unsalted Butter (Room temperature butter)
• Jalapeno 
• Salt
• Lime (Lime Juice)

Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Jalapeno Lime Compound Butter:

1. Mix all ingredients with a stand mixer or handheld mixer until well blended.
2. Place the butter on parchment paper, cover it, and roll it into a log shape.
3. Twist the ends to seal.
4. Chill in the fridge for at least 24 hours before serving.

The printable recipe card can be found below.

What is compound butter?

Compound Butter is simply using fresh butter, whipped and mixed with additional ingredients, such as jalapeños and lime. Other compound butters include this Cinnamon Honey Butter and Fresh Garlic Herb Butter.

The compound butter can be used with a variety of foods to give a more enhanced flavor profile.

Tips for Making Jalapeño Lime Butter:

• Always use gloves to work with the Jalapeños – trust me, I know firsthand they can be very spicy and hot, so it’s best to protect your hands and your eyes.
• Want it Mild? If you want the butter milder, remove any seeds, with gloves of course!
• Soften the Butter – Be sure to soften the butter; it’s best left at room temperature to soften naturally. Do not soften in the microwave or it will melt and not hold shape.
• Use Parchment Paper to shape the log so that it’s easy to roll up and does not stick.
• Always chill before serving!
• Add some fresh cilantro to give it even more flavor.

Ways to Use Jalapeño Lime Butter:

• On grilled corn on the cob, it’s perfect to spread on a warm ear of corn.
• Top it over Air Fryer Street Corn or Air Fryer Elote!
• With Grilled Steak or Chicken, either one has an instant flavor enhancement with this spicy compound butter.
• This spicy butter is great on a slice of homemade cornbread, it’ll make you feel like you’re sitting in grandma’s kitchen.
• Served over roasted vegetables.

How do you store compound butter?

Store leftover butter in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months. If you choose to freeze it, slice it first, then wrap it in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer-safe storage bag.

If you’re looking to take your everyday weekday meals to new levels, then this Jalapeño Lime Compound Butter is your new secret weapon. It’s the perfect way to elevate your meals and use up fresh jalapeños at the same time.