Golden toasted bread with aromatic herb butter, fresh parsley, chives, thyme, and flaky salt.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices crusty artisan bread (sourdough or baguette)
→ Compound Herb Butter
02 - 7 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
04 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1/2 tsp lemon zest
08 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
→ Finishing
10 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Set oven to 400°F or adjust broiler to high setting for optimal toasting temperature.
02 - Combine softened butter with parsley, chives, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, black pepper, and fine sea salt in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the butter.
03 - Place bread slices on baking sheet and toast in preheated oven or under broiler for 2–3 minutes until surface becomes crisp and lightly golden.
04 - Spread a thick, even layer of prepared compound butter over each warm toast slice, ensuring complete coverage to the edges.
05 - Return buttered toasts to oven or broiler for 1–2 minutes until butter fully melts and bread edges achieve golden brown coloration.
06 - Remove from oven immediately, sprinkle generously with flaky sea salt, and serve while warm for optimal texture and flavor.
