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Honey Butter Shells

by Jessie Daye

First published: July 28, 2026 | Updated: September 14, 2026

These honey butter shells are light, creamy, and beautifully molded in seashell shapes. Finished with flaky sea salt and served with warm toasted baguette slices, they’re an elegant appetizer perfect for brunch, holidays, entertaining, or a stunning butter board centerpiece.

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Honey Butter Shells

Author: Jessie Daye
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Servings 8 shells
Course Appetizers & Snacks

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups 4 sticks / 454 g softened unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup 255 g honey
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For Serving
  • Flaky sea salt for finishing
  • 1 baguette sliced and lightly toasted

Method

  1. Add the softened butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or use a hand mixer. Beat on medium-high speed for 2 minutes until light and fluffy. Add the honey and kosher salt. Continue whipping for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth, airy, and silky.
  2. Transfer the whipped honey butter to a piping bag or spoon it into 8 to 10 large shell-shaped silicone molds, smoothing the tops.
  3. Freeze for 1-2 hours, or until firm enough to unmold cleanly.
  4. Carefully arrange on a serving platter. Finish each shell with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Serve with warm, toasted baguette slices.

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Hi, I'm Jessie. 

I’m a Los Angeles mama, home renovator, and lifelong creative, sharing the things that make everyday life a little more beautiful. I believe food is one of the best ways to bring people together, which is why I love cooking: it turns an ordinary Tuesday into something worth remembering. From recipes I make on repeat to DIY projects, home design, and a little bit of real life in between — welcome to my corner of the internet. I’m so glad you’re here.

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