COOKING WITH BUTTER & DaIRY
Storage
Store dairy products in the refrigerator, or salted butter in a countertop butter dish for up to two weeks
Seasonality
Michigan dairy products are available year-round!
Prep Tip
Avoid overheating when cooking with butter. Butter’s smoke point is 350 degrees.
Explore Butter, Milk & Cream Recipes
Hot Honey Bread and Butter
Save this recipe for your next picnic! This sourdough loaf adds hot honey and butter for a flaky, sweet and sassy bite that’s soul-fulfilling. Make your own hot honey and hot honey butter for this recipe – and to serve alongside!
Sheet Pan Turnip Frittata
This frittata utilizes storage turnips and onions for a savory frittata that’s easy to make! With one sheet pan and some in-season veggies, easily feed a crowd for breakfast.
Homemade Coffee Creamer
Make your morning brew better with this easy homemade coffee creamer recipe! In just five minutes, you can craft a rich, locally-sourced creamer with maple syrup and real dairy—no additives, no refined sugar. Perfect for pairing with your favorite Michigan-roasted coffee.
Apple Cider Jus
Try out this simple, savory sauce created from local apples, chicken, and spiced.
Chèvre Rye Sourdough Crackers
Turn your sourdough discard into something snack-worthy! Simple to mix, roll, and bake—this recipe is the ultimate zero-waste treat. Pair them with soft cheese, dips, or enjoy straight from the pan!
Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream
Source your matcha from Michigan’s own Arbor Teas for this delicious and easy ice cream recipe.
Peach Cherry Berry Cobbler
Celebrate fresh, local fruit with this seasonal dessert, which includes cherries soaked in local whiskey.
Corn Flour Shortbread
This recipe from Granor Kitchen uses heritage Wapsie Valley corn flour, but you can use any variety!
Traditional Yooper Pasty
Enjoy a taste of Michigan with this traditional recipe from Great Lakes Culinary Institute’s Courtney Hood.
Winter Mint Tea Latte
Use locally-found spearmint tea and honey for this fantastic afternoon warmup!