Butter Bell Crock

by Butter Bell

Product Features

• Keeps butter fresh and spreadable for up to 30 days without refrigeration; no odors or spoilage
• Made of high quality glazed stoneware; dishwasher safe
• Modeled after original French butter crock; available in a wide array of colors
• To use, pour cold water into base, pack lid with softened butter, replace lid into base; change water every 2-3 days
• Holds 1 stick of butter; practical and beautiful, goes from kitchen to tabletop

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.2 inches ; 1.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000H47H0A
• Item model number: BB-IVORY
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (80 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #45,396 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Color: Matte Ivory

Amazon.com Product Description

A practical and beautiful solution for storing and serving butter, the Butter Bell Crock keeps butter soft, delicious, and spreadable for up to 30 days without refrigeration. Modeled after the original French design, the butter crock is made from durable glazed stoneware or dolomite clays. Available in a wide array of colors, the crock can match existing dinnerware or stand on its own to add a touch of color to the table. It goes from the kitchen to the tabletop with no fuss. Butter's delicate flavor and freshness are protected by an airtight seal of water at the base of the crock, safely keeping butter fresh and spreadable without refrigeration, odors, or spoilage. It also keeps butter at the perfect "spreading" consistency by reflecting outside heat while insulating and cooling the butter. To use, firmly pack one stick of softened butter into the bell-shaped lid, pour cold water into the base of the crock, and place the lid upside down back into the base of the crock. Store the crock away from heat or sunlight, and change the water in the base every two to three days. Cleaning is easy since the crock is dishwasher safe.

From the Manufacturer

Look how easy it is to use the Butter Bell crock.

1. Pour approximately 1/3 cup very cold water into the base of the crock.
2. Pack ½ cup (1 stick) softened butter into the bell-shaped lid.
3. Replace lid into the bottom of the crock. Water creates an airtight seal.




The secret to fresh, creamy butter is the airtight seal.

The unique design keeps butter at the perfect "spreading" consistency by reflecting outside heat while insulating and cooling the butter. Flavor and freshness are protected by an airtight seal of water at the base of the crock.

Proper maintenance: Water should be changed out every three days. Replace existing water in the base with fresh, cold water. The crock should be stored away from heat or sunlight.

Holds up to one full stick (1/2 cup) of butter. Softened butter is packed firmly into the bell-shaped lid. Cold water is poured into the base of the crock. The lid is placed upside down back into the base of the crock. Soft, spreadable butter may be enjoyed and served right from the crock.






Frequently Asked Questions:
Why does my butter keep falling into the water or turning moldy?
Though there are many reasons for this, usually once you get the hang of using your Butter Bell, these problems are easily solved. Here are some helpful hints and suggestions to try out:
• Do not allow the butter to become too soft before packing it into the bell shaped lid. The butter should be firm enough so that is not slipping off the knife before packing the lid. When the butter is slightly firmer it packs into the lid better - just use a little "elbow grease".
• When packing the butter into the bell shaped lid, make sure you press the butter firmly into the lid, removing all air pockets. Air pockets within the butter create a suction affect when the lid is removed from the water, pulling the butter out of the lid.
• When using your Butter Bell, do not let the "Bell" sit out of the crock base for extended periods of time.
• After each use, check the remaining butter in lid to ensure there aren't any air pockets. Use your knife to redistribute the remaining butter within the lid for better adherence tension.
• Make sure that the Butter Bell is stored away from sunlight and heat. For instance, do not store on a counter near a stove/oven or in a window sill.
• Use the coldest water possible when adding water in the base of the crock. Perhaps add a few small, smashed ice cubes if you live in a very warm climate. Make sure you're changing the water every 3 days. This step ensures fresher butter for longer periods of time.
• Wash thoroughly between uses.

Is the Butter Bell dishwasher safe?
Yes, the Butter Bell is dishwasher safe.

Where is the Butter Bell made and is it safe?
The Butter Bell crocks are made in China, by a top manufacturer of ceramic products. The crocks are made from the highest quality materials and are completely safe, meeting FDA food safety regulatory standards. Each production run of product is tested thoroughly for lead and cadmium levels. Documentation accompanies each shipment, which is submitted to US Customs and the FDA for clearance approval.

Why does my Butter Bell have fine black lines in it?
These fine black lines are called "crazing." This is a normal wear and tear for ceramic products, and happens to plates, dishes, and mugs as well. It will not harm the butter. It is a result of scraping the knife along the sides the bell to get the butter out, as well as dishwashing in very hot water.

Can I use margarine (or other spreads) in the Butter Bell?
The Butter Bell works best when real butter is used. Margarine does not have a spreadability problem. Also, margarines are "oilier" and will not stay in the lid very easily. It is not recommended to store other processed spreads in the Butter Bell. Processed spreads (i.e. - cream cheese) need refrigeration to stay fresh for extended periods of time. You can use the Butter Bell for special spreads if you do not plan to store it in the Butter Bell. For example, the Butter Bell might make a great serving piece at an evening dinner party for a special dip or spread that you create.

Can I use whipped butter in the Butter Bell?
Whipped butter is less dense than regular butter. It contains tiny air pockets (hence the fluffiness) which causes the butter to fall into the water. It is not recommended. As well, Ghee or Clarified butters are not recommended for use in the Butter Bell.

Can I store herbal butters in the Butter Bell?
Herbal butters are fine to serve and store in your Butter Bell, however they will not stay fresh as long as pure butter. Butters that contain fresh herbs will stay fresh approximately 5 to 7 days in the Butter Bell. This can vary somewhat so use your best judgment before use.

Product Description

The original Butter Bell crock keeps butter soft, delicious and spreadable for up to 30 days without refrigeration. Through the study of traditional and historical butter storage methods and hours of product development, L. Tremain, Inc. has created a line of butter crocks that are a tribute to the original French butter crock or "beurrier" (pronounced bur-e-ay). Made from durable stoneware or dolomite clays, the Butter Bell crocks will safely keep butter fresh and spreadable without refrigeration, odors or spoilage. The Butter Bell's unique design enhances butter's delicate flavor, while providing a practical and decorative solution for storing and serving butter. It keeps butter at the perfect "spreading" consistency by reflecting outside heat while insulating and cooling the butter. Flavor and freshness is protected by an airtight seal of water at the base of the crock. Water should be changed out every three days and replaced with fresh, cold water. Store the crock away from heat or sunlight. To use, firmly pack softened butter into the bell-shaped lid, pour cold water into the base of the crock and place the lid upside down back into the base of the crock. The matte ivory Butter Bell crock works equally well in a modern kitchen environment as well as sophisticated dinner settings. This versatile color works well with marble or granite counter tops or stainless steel appliances or any style of dinnerware. Dishwasher safe.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Concept...BUT, July 4, 2006

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Gregory D. Leis "gvgreg" (Grass Valley, CA) - See all my reviews
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I purchased the Midnight Black Butter Bell in early June, 2006, and it worked fantastically well...until the weather got warmer. After a few 100+ degree days where the temperature inside the house was between 75-80 degrees, the butter would fall in a clump from the inverted bell into the water in the holding jar. I ended up putting the whole thing in the refrigerator anyway...which kind of defeats the purpose. I thought it might be the brand of butter I was using, but after trying different brands, I still experienced the same problem. However, I look forward to using the Butter Bell when the weather cools down a bit.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Soft butter all the time!, January 31, 2009

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J. Williams (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
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First, I've read the other reviews and I know a couple people have had problems with the butter falling into the water. I haven't used my butter bell through a summer yet, so my review might change when the weather gets warmer, but that's never happened to me.

So far, it's been fantastic having soft butter all the time. This thing really works, and it's amazing (though maybe not always a good thing health-wise) how much more I use butter now that it's just convenient and there all the time. Before, it was just too much of a pain to either try to spread cold butter onto a piece of bread, or cut off just the right amount and put it in the microwave to heat it up. I ended up destroying lots of bread and wasting lots of butter. So I just quit using butter for the most part, instead switching to softer "spreads" that didn't taste as good.

Now, though, I use butter all the time without thinking about it. Probably going to turn me into a fat person, but there's no comparison between margarine and butter on bread or a bagel. Butter just tastes better, and this is the best way to keep it ready for spreading.

This is one of those products that makes you wonder why people ever stopped doing things this way. Sometimes the old ways really were better (and I say that as someone who is not very old!). Butter was meant to be stored at room temperature, not cold. And the only inconvenience to deal with is changing the water every three days (takes all of five seconds) and re-packing the butter when it runs out, which you probably won't be doing more than once a week. For me, that's far less hassle than dealing with broken bread or microwaves all the time.

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not the end of the butter battle, June 1, 2007

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Sharen Beveridge "SBtheRN" (Chandler, Arizona) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Butter Bell Crock, Red (Kitchen)

I had bought this product hoping to settle the butter rage that surfaces every time someone has to try to spread hard butter on something. Alas it has not been our salvation. The butter falls out into the water every time I try to use it. I really don't see what I could do wrong, I measured the water, packed the butter tightly, tried different temps to no avail. During the times it has stayed in the bell it is wonderful, but I spent too much time fishing the butter out of the water and it is now relegated to a shelf in kitchen limbo.

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