The Best Butter Dishes (Review) in 2020

This plastic butter dish caught our eye because not only has it been designed by the reputable brand – OXO – but it also has several clever features that make it the cooks’ choice. One of the most common problems with butter dishes is that the butter often ends up messing up the lid and spreading your knife along slightly hardened butter can send the dish sliding across the table. Luckily you won’t have that problem with this dish as it features stoppers on either side of the base which keep the butter dish firmly in place. 

The dish has been specially designed to keep butter in place and not slide off either end or dirty the lid. It accommodates short and long sticks of butter and at the base you will find convenient tablespoon measurements which is perfect for baking. The plastic white and clear design may not be the most stylish on our list, but we feel that the minimal style would fit most kitchens.

If you’re looking for a butter dish to brighten up your kitchen then this vintage style dish is absolutely perfect. Available in x 10 different colourways, this extra large dish is simply gorgeous. There’s even a cute version that has “Butter Me Up” written on the side. This larger style dish has been designed to hold up to two sticks of butter and features a deeper design to keep the butter from sticking to the lid. The stylish lid is made from beech wood and gives the dish a really nice vintage feel. The lid doubles up as a butter cutting board when turned upside down, so not only does it look good but it’s practical too.

This classic style butter dish would make a gorgeous addition to any kitchen as it features a lovely classic vintage style and is available in a number of different colours. Will you opt for classic white or make a statement with bright red or yellow? Choose between: red, yellow, white, navy, orange, turquoise or steel blue. Inside the butter container there is a lip that keeps the butter from sliding around and can fit most standard American butter sticks.

You’ll notice that we feature quite a few Sweese butter dishes on our list and that’s because we believe it’s one of the best brands on the market providing really good value for money. Also Sweese make beautiful designs that generally suit any kitchen style. This Sweese butter dish is a slight upgrade from the previous style with beech wood lid, as this particular model is airtight. The inside of the beech lid on this dish features a silicone ring seal which promises to keep your butter fresh in the fridge without picking up any strong aromas from the fridge. 

The removable seal is very effective at keeping your butter fresher than a standard butter dish. Beech wood ages well and looks really beautiful in all kitchens. There are several designs to choose from ranging from plain white, to weave patterned, “Butter Me Up” motif and “Alles In Butter” carved lid. The deep style has been specially designed to hold several sticks of butter whilst keeping mess to a minimum.

If you work in catering or just need a standard plastic butter dish, then these Rubbermaid butter containers are a good, inexpensive alternative to the more classic styles on the market. The good thing about using a standard plastic dish such as this, is that they are virtually impossible to break so they will be much more hard-wearing. These dishes feature a snap fit lid which will keep your butter fresher for longer. Whilst in the fridge, your butter won’t pick up any food aromas or tastes either as it will be airtight. Dishwasher safe, these dishes are super easy to wash too. All in all a good budget option.

From cheap and cheerful to classic and chic, we like to shake things up a little when we write our reviews! This classic Le Creuset Heritage butter dish would make a very handsome feature in any house. This premium French cookware brand is well known for its high quality products and classic designs. If you choose this brand for your butter dish, you know you’re getting good quality from the start. These may not be the cheapest butter dishes on our list, but as they are made from dense stoneware blocks, you are guaranteed a high-quality product that will last.

This is the type of butter dish that you want to buy even if you already have a decent butter container! Just look at that design. Made from BPA-free hard plastic, this butter dish is totally shatterproof and features easy grip handles and a non-slip base. This is where beauty meets great design, as not only is this butter dish good looking but it’s practical too. Totally safe for the dishwasher and microwave (if your butter needs a little warming), this dish will protect your butter and add a pop of color to your kitchen too. 

Available in a variety of cool shades: black, cobalt blue, ivory, light blue, red, taupe, white and yellow – there’s a colour to suit every home. What we like about this butter dish is the additional spreader that sits in a specially designed cradle at the front – really sets of the design and makes this dish an unusual yet stylish choice.

This butter keeper has a patented design that features markings along the base for precise measuring when you’re cooking, baking or spreading. The butter dish is totally airtight with a silicone seal which promises to keep your butter fresher for much longer. We liked this design because of its simple style that would suit most fridges and it’s perfect for storing your butter in the fridge, on your countertop or pantry.

We could just list our favorite “fancy-pants” butter dishes and our favorite cookware designers in our review but we are fully aware that sometimes a classic no-frills design is better than anything else. Not only is this glass butter dish classic, but we think it would look good in most kitchens too. This dish provides good value for money and will keep your butter fresh longer. The glass dish is easy to wash and can be put inside a dishwasher. Shame it doesn’t have a handle at the top as the lid can be a little tough to remove. But all in all, a good basic butter keeper.

Oh Sweese…not another one! We simply had to include this butter dish as it’s made from professional grade porcelain and features a classic design that will never get old or tired. Choose from classic white or go for something a little different and take a look at the colorful options available. Red or navy is sure to make a statement in your kitchen. This timeless, simple style has a good weight and feel to it, with a practical handle and elegant curves. There’s a small ridge inside the dish that keeps the butter from sliding too, so it’s not only pretty, but super practical too. This butter dish is simple to clean, easy to use and can contain an average American size stick of butter.

This butter keeper is going to make a nice little vintage statement in your kitchen. The gorgeous design has been crafted from the finest enamel which means that it will last longer than glass and porcelain butter dishes that break easily when dropped onto the floor. We love the fact that this butter dish also has a thick wooden lid to give it an extra stylish touch. Large in size, you will be able to fit x 2 standard American butter sticks in this butter holder and the extra tight lid with keep them fresher for longer. 

You can also use the lid as a cutting board or a butter server too. To keep this butter dish in the best possible condition you should hand wash it and not use it in the dishwasher. That way it will last longer and stay in tip top shape.

This traditional style butter dish has been crafted from glass and features a quick access handle at the top making it easy to separate the lid from the base. You can keep your butter fresher in this two-piece serving dish which has been made from the finest Crystal Borosilicate Glass which is not only heavy-duty but stain resistant and odor resistant too. The shape of the butter dish is long and rectangular which has been specially designed for individual sticks of butter. Store your butter dish in the fridge, countertop or pantry.

This beautiful ornate butter dish is more suited to those of you who like your kitchen products to sparkle! The high-quality lead-free glass forms the base of this pretty butter dish which features molded lettering which says “BUTTER” across the top. In contrast to the modern plastic designs and vintage-style enamel designs this glass butter dish makes quite an elegant choice. The clear cover allows you to see the contents, whilst the heavy-duty glass keeps your butter fresh and is really simple to clean.

Some people find stainless steel quite clinical whereas others such as us, find the material pretty darn stylish. Perfect for serving butter or cream cheese, this dish has an elegant design that would look good on any breakfast table. Inside this butter dish you can fit two sticks of butter and the top of the dish features an easy-to-use handle.

We couldn’t complete our list without including a quirky design and we feel that this butter dish by Ashes to Beauty fits the bill perfectly. This butter container features a classic design with little handle but what makes it different is the modern lettering on the side which says “Butter”. This little piece of kitchenware makes a statement for any kitchen and you can choose from a range of colors from off-white, aqua, pastel yellow and bright red. 

There is a small ridge on the inside of the dish which prevents the butter from sliding around and stops you from creating mess when buttering your morning toast! The porcelain keeps your butter cool and fresh all day long.