Butter Storage Debate: To Counter or to Fridge? A long-standing debate has been simmering in kitchens across the country: should you store butter at room temperature on the countertop or in the fridge? While some swear by the rich, creamy flavor that comes from leaving butter out, others claim that refrigeration is the only way to keep it fresh. Now, a culinary expert is weighing in on the matter, offering insight into the best way to store your beloved spread. Tasting Table has consulted the expert to settle the debate once and for all. Will you be changing your butter storage habits after reading their advice?


Some people keep their butter on the countertop, others keep it in the fridge - but is either one wrong? Tasting Table consulted an expert on the matter.