French Bread with Chipotle Lime Butter

Elevate your bread game with this irresistible French Bread with Chipotle Lime Butter recipe, a perfect blend of crusty, golden-baked goodness and bold, zesty flavors. Featuring a freshly baked French bread loaf paired with a silky butter infused with smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, tangy lime juice and zest, and a touch of sweet honey, this recipe strikes a delightful balance that's sure to impress. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime you crave a stunning side dish. Add an optional sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a fragrant, herbal touch, and serve it warm to enjoy the full depth of its smoky-citrus charm. Quick to prepare yet undeniably gourmet, this recipe will have everyone reaching for seconds! Keywords: French bread, chipotle lime butter, crusty bread recipe, flavored butter, easy appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 whole French bread loaf
• 113 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Cilantro, finely chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the French bread loaf on a baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, score a crisscross pattern on the top of the loaf, being careful not to cut all the way through.

Step 3

Place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until warm and crusty.

Step 4

While the bread is baking, prepare the chipotle lime butter. In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and salt.

Step 5

Using a fork or whisk, thoroughly mix all the butter ingredients until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (e.g., add a little more lime juice for tang or more honey for sweetness).

Step 6

For an optional garnish, stir in finely chopped cilantro for a fresh herbal note.

Step 7

Remove the French bread from the oven. Let it cool slightly, then slice or serve whole with a side of the chipotle lime butter.

Step 8

Spread the butter generously on warm slices of bread and enjoy its smoky, zesty flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(555.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1932.5

Total Fat 106.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 246.7mg	0%
Sodium 2935.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.8g
Protein 37.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 120.9mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 585.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 43.1%