Butter is a kitchen essential for many cooks, used in baking, cooking, and spreading on toast. Though it stays fresh for a long time, spoiled butter can be unpleasant and even make you sick. To keep butter fresh, it’s best to store it in the refrigerator rather than on the counter. While room temperature storage may seem convenient for spreadability, it can risk foodborne illness. Butter can last about a month in the fridge, with 37°F being the optimal temperature. You can also freeze butter for up to 18 months. Salted butter and butter with higher fat content tend to stay fresh longer due to their natural preservatives. For safe and fresh butter, follow storage guidelines and consider softening it before use if needed.
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