Le Creuset
Le Creuset 6oz Butter Crock - White
Best butter keeper for home cooks who prefer soft, spreadable butter.
Keep your butter perfectly soft and spreadable at room temperature with the Le Creuset Butter Crock. This elegant kitchen essential holds up to 6 oz of butter, accommodating 1.5 sticks. The innovative design features a cup/lid that inverts into the water-filled crock, creating an airtight seal to preserve freshness. Crafted from durable, high-fired stoneware with a non-porous enameled glaze, it resists odors, chipping, and staining. Cleaning is effortless as it is completely dishwasher-safe, making it a practical and stylish addition to any kitchen countertop.
$44.95
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
81
/ 668
#81 in Butter Dishes
Price vs Category Average
-34%
Below average
Butter Dish Design
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Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting soft, spreadable butter at all times
- Design lovers seeking durable, heirloom-quality kitchenware
- Hosts looking to elevate their kitchen aesthetic
Who should skip it
- Busy individuals who prefer low-maintenance kitchen tools
- Users wanting to store a full standard butter stick
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for basic storage solutions
Performance breakdown
Butter Spreadability
Water-seal design keeps butter perfectly soft and ready for immediate use.
Build Quality
High-fired stoneware offers a substantial, premium feel that resists daily wear.
Maintenance Ease
Non-porous enamel glaze makes cleanup effortless and completely dishwasher safe.
Seal Integrity
Innovative water-filled design creates a reliable barrier against air and moisture.
Capacity Efficiency
Accommodates 1.5 sticks, striking a smart balance between volume and footprint.
Countertop Aesthetics
Classic glossy finish brings a touch of timeless elegance to kitchens.
Key Specs
Butter Dish Design
Butter Crock
Microwave Safe
Yes
Material
Stoneware
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Number of Butter Sticks Held
1.5
Shape
Round
Airtight Seal
Yes
Length
4.0 inches
Features
- Keeps butter soft and spreadable at room temp
- Airtight seal preserves freshness
- Durable enameled stoneware construction
- Resistant to stains and odor absorption
- Nonstick interior for easy cleaning
- Dishwasher safe for convenience
- Holds 1.5 sticks of butter
- Blocks moisture absorption
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Le Creuset Butter Crock for its blend of premium aesthetics and flawless functionality. The core satisfaction stems from its traditional water seal, which reliably keeps butter fresh and perfectly soft at room temperature, solving the common issue of hard butter. Reviewers consistently highlight the signature Le Creuset quality, noting the robust stoneware and impeccable enamel finish that elevates kitchen decor. While the price is premium, loyal users find the investment worthwhile due to the product's expected longevity and dependable performance. The elegant white color is frequently mentioned as a perfect match for existing collections. Minor notes about the 6oz capacity being small for large families are generally overshadowed by the high satisfaction derived from this essential, high-quality kitchen piece.
Know before you buy
The crock uses a water-seal design. By filling the base with a small amount of water and inverting the lid, you create an airtight seal that blocks out oxygen and keeps the butter soft, spreadable, and fresh at room temperature.
This 6 oz crock is designed to hold up to 1.5 sticks of standard butter.
No. The crock is crafted from high-fired stoneware with a non-porous enameled glaze, which is specifically designed to resist odors, staining, and moisture absorption.
Yes, the Le Creuset Butter Crock is completely dishwasher-safe, making cleanup simple and efficient.
Yes, the stoneware construction is microwave-safe, which is helpful if you need to slightly soften your butter before packing it into the crock.
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