Butter Murukku Recipe is a light, crispy, and buttery South Indian snack that’s perfect for tea-time or festivals.
Made with rice flour, gram flour, and a touch of butter, it melts in the mouth and is truly addictive.
In this post, I’ll share how I discovered butter murukku along with pro tips, step-by-step instructions, and storage suggestions. (step-by-step-recipe-video)
About Butter Murukku Recipe:
Butter Murukku is a South Indian savory snack made with rice flour, gram flour, and butter. Unlike regular murukku, adding butter makes it softer, gives a light texture, and makes it melt-in-the-mouth.
This is why it is loved by kids and adults alike.
It’s one of the most common festival snacks murukku, often prepared for Diwali, Gokulashtami, and family gatherings. But honestly, once you try it, you’ll want to make it not just for festivals but as a regular evening snack too.
Butter Murukku Recipe is one of the easiest and tastiest South Indian snacks you can make at home. Light, crunchy, and buttery soft, this is a perfect tea-time snack.
I was first introduced to murukku after my marriage into a South Indian family. Until then, I had never tasted it. My mother-in-law used to make it at home, and I instantly fell in love with the crunch and addictive taste.
Later, we continued buying murukku from local stores both in Delhi and Bengaluru. But somehow, the store-bought ones did not have that homely flavor.
One day, I decided to make it myself, and that’s when I tried adding butter to the dough. The result was magical.
The murukku turned out not just crispy but also soft and buttery, melting in the mouth. Since then, Butter Murukku has become my go-to homemade snack.
It’s simple, tasty, and far better than anything from the stores.
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
Serve as part of your Diwali or Krishna Jayanthi snack platter.
A perfect midnight snack when cravings strike.
Can be added to tiffin boxes as a crunchy side.
You can also enjoy them as a side with rice, dal, or any rice-based meal.
Storage Suggestions:
Store in a clean, dry airtight container.
Stays good for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
Make sure your hands are dry while taking out murukku.
Pro Tips for the Perfect Butter Murukku:
Always fry on medium flame for even cooking.
If the murukku breaks while pressing, sprinkle a little water and knead again.
For extra flavor, you can also add a pinch of pepper powder.
Why You Should Make This Butter Murukku Recipe:
Simple ingredients: made with pantry staples like rice flour and butter.
Crispy yet soft: the butter gives it that melt-in-the-mouth texture.
Perfect for festivals: a must-have in your Diwali snacks box.
Kid-friendly snack: light and less oily compared to many deep-fried items.
Better than store-bought: once you make this at home, you won’t go back to packets.
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Basic Ingredients Used in this Recipe:
Rice Flour: This is the main base of the murukku. It gives the snack its light and crispy texture.
Besan (Gram Flour): Adds flavor and helps bind the dough, making the murukku softer and easier to shape.
Butter: The star ingredient. It makes the murukku melt-in-the-mouth soft, adds richness, and enhances the taste. You can use ghee instead of butter if you want.
Cumin Seeds / Ajwain: Brings a warm, earthy flavor and aids digestion.
Asafoetida (Hing): Balances the flavors and also helps with easy digestion.
Salt: Essential for seasoning and bringing out the flavor of all the other ingredients.
Water: Used to knead the dough into a smooth consistency.
Oil (for frying): Helps fry the murukku to golden perfection, keeping it crisp and crunchy.
How to Make Hara Butter Murukku Recipe:
Let us learn how to make this Butter Murukku Without Urad Dal with my easy to follow step by step method. You can download the below recipe card for easy reference.
Butter Murukku Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup fried gram
- 4 cup rice flour
- hing powder a pinch
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 3 tsp Salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- 6 tbsp butter melted
- 2 cups Water or as needed to knead
Instructions
- Powder roasted chana dal first in a mixer.
- Sieve it to eliminate the coarse particles. After that, place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Rub well to mix the ingredients. Then add water to make a smooth dough.
- Slightly on the tighter side. Not too tight, it should be easy enough to press.
- The reason is we want the butter murukku in strips, not long, broken strips, bite-sized.
- So if it but dry, it breaks by itself as we squeeze.
- But it’s not a must, you can either squeeze a little and use your hands to break or squeeze long strips and break later, or even make murukku shape.
- Heat oil and squeeze the murukku using the star-shaped plate in the press.
- Cook on medium flame.
- Stir in between to flip it and cook both sides.
- Drain in paper towel and cool down completely before storing in an airtight container.
- You can garnish it with some fried curry.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Question About this Recipe:
What is the difference between murukku and butter murukku?
Murukku is crisp and crunchy, while butter murukku is softer, lighter, and has a melt-in-the-mouth texture because of butter.
Can I make butter murukku without urad dal?
Yes! This recipe itself does not use urad dal. It’s light and crispy even without it.
Can I use ghee instead of butter?
Yes, but butter gives a more authentic taste. Ghee will make it richer.
Why does my murukku break while pressing?
The dough may be too dry. Add a little water and knead again until smooth.
How long does homemade butter murukku stay fresh?
It stays good for 3-4 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature.
Can I make butter murukku in advance for festivals?
Yes, you can prepare it 3–4 days before festivals. Store it in an airtight container, and it will stay crisp and fresh.
Why is my butter murukku too hard?
This usually happens if the butter is less or if the dough is too stiff. Make sure to use enough butter and knead the dough to a soft, pliable consistency.
Why does my murukku absorb too much oil?
If the oil is not hot enough or if the dough is too soft, the murukku may soak excess oil. Always fry on medium heat for the best results.
Can I bake butter murukku instead of frying?
Traditional murukku is deep-fried, but you can bake it at 180°C in a preheated oven until crisp. However, the texture will be slightly different.
Which flour is best for butter murukku?
Fine, smooth rice flour works best. Homemade or store-bought idiyappam flour also gives excellent results.
Can I add spices to flavor butter murukku?
Yes, you can add a pinch of chilli powder, pepper powder, or sesame seeds for extra flavor.
How long does butter murukku last?
Homemade butter murukku stays fresh for 2 weeks in a dry, airtight container. For longer shelf life, store in smaller batches.
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