Pottery Barn’s Sleek Stoneware Butter Bell Keeps Butter Soft, Spreadable and Ready to Use
If you cook at home, you know cold butter can ruin a good morning. It tears your toast, crushes your pancakes, and refuses to spread. That’s where Pottery Barn’s Mason Stoneware Butter Keeper comes in—a $19.50 kitchen essential that keeps butter perfectly soft and spreadable without ever hitting the fridge.
This sleek, stoneware butter bell fits perfectly in any minimalist kitchen. But its design is actually centuries old. Inverting the lid and filling the base with a little water creates a natural seal that keeps air out and butter fresh at room temperature. No electricity or plastic wrap needed.
Mason Stoneware Butter Keeper, $19.50 at Pottery Barn
At first glance, the Mason Stoneware Butter Keeper looks like a simple ceramic dish. But every detail is built for both form and function. Crafted from durable stoneware with a subtle reactive glaze, it’s dishwasher- and microwave-safe, and made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory. The 4.5-inch diameter and 11-ounce capacity make it compact enough for everyday use while holding a full stick of butter with ease.
The neutral finish blends seamlessly with any kitchen style—from modern white countertops to rustic wood tables. And unlike metal or glass dishes, stoneware holds a consistent temperature, helping maintain butter’s ideal consistency even on warmer days. This upgrade makes your day-to-day smoother without taking up much space. At just $19.50, it feels more like a small luxury than a splurge.
Never Battle Cold Butter Again
Using a butter bell is easier than it looks. Just pack softened butter into the lid, fill the base with about a half-inch of cold water, then invert the lid into the base. The water forms an airtight seal that keeps oxygen out, which helps prevent spoilage and keeps your butter at the perfect spreadable state for up to two weeks. Change the water every few days, and that’s it.
The payoff is immediate—smooth, ready-to-use butter for toast, corn, or weeknight cooking. It’s a game-changer if you bake often or just like having real butter on the counter instead of in the fridge. And because it’s dishwasher-safe, cleanup is as simple as the design itself. Whether you’re hosting brunch or just making a solo breakfast, this little dish turns a daily annoyance into a small everyday pleasure.
Endless Ways to Use Spreadable Butter
Once you’ve got soft butter within arm’s reach, you start realizing how often you actually need it. Mornings move faster when you can glide butter across toast instead of waiting for a cold stick to thaw. It spreads effortlessly over pancakes, melts evenly on corn, and gives vegetables that just-right sheen right out of the pan. For grilled cheese or garlic bread, you’ll get that golden crust without tearing the bread first.
It’s also a great gift for anyone who bakes. Creaming butter and sugar for cookies becomes quicker and more consistent, and adding a pat to finish sauces or sautéed greens feels like second nature. You can even whip in herbs or honey for simple compound butters that look fancy but take less than a minute. It’s a small detail, but one that makes everyday cooking feel smoother and a little more effortless.
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