✦ The Authentic Line of French Butter Crockery Since 1995 ✦
✦ Expert Craftsmanship in Every Crock - The Art of Perfectly Soft Butter ✦
✦ The Original Butter Bell Crock - A Classic French Tradition ✦
✦ Give the Gift of Soft, Spreadable Butter - Eliminate Hard Butter ✦
✦ The Authentic Line of French Butter Crockery Since 1995 ✦
✦ Expert Craftsmanship in Every Crock - The Art of Perfectly Soft Butter ✦
✦ The Original Butter Bell Crock - A Classic French Tradition ✦
✦ Give the Gift of Soft, Spreadable Butter - Eliminate Hard Butter ✦
✦ The Authentic Line of French Butter Crockery Since 1995 ✦
✦ Expert Craftsmanship in Every Crock - The Art of Perfectly Soft Butter ✦
✦ The Original Butter Bell Crock - A Classic French Tradition ✦
✦ Give the Gift of Soft, Spreadable Butter - Eliminate Hard Butter ✦
✦ The Authentic Line of French Butter Crockery Since 1995 ✦
✦ Expert Craftsmanship in Every Crock - The Art of Perfectly Soft Butter ✦
✦ The Original Butter Bell Crock - A Classic French Tradition ✦
✦ Give the Gift of Soft, Spreadable Butter - Eliminate Hard Butter ✦
The Inventor of the butter bell® crock
The Butter Bell crock - A Culinary Icon Since 1995
For decades, the L. Tremain Company has set the standard for French butter crockery, bringing timeless design and authentic heritage to kitchens around the world. Endorsed by professional chefs, celebrated by top culinary publications, and featured on the Food Network, the Butter Bell® Crock is the ORIGINAL — crafted to keep butter fresh and spreadable every day. Discover our beautiful collections and find your perfect crock.
The European Secret to Soft, Spreadable Butter
Inspired by a cherished French tradition, the Butter Bell Crock keeps butter fresh and spreadable without refrigeration, spoilage, or odors. Perfect for cozy breakfasts, family dinners, or gifting to the home chef on your list, it's an essential piece that brings warmth and sophistication to every table.
Shop by Butter Bell Crock Collection
Choose from a variety of colors, glaze finishes and patterns. Each Butter Bell crock collection has a unique design and a popular selection of colors. Find the perfect match for your kitchen or tabletop décor or a special gift for that foodie in your life!
New Release for 2026: The Art Nouveau Butter Bell Crock
The new Art Nouveau Butter Bell crock brings the romance of Belle Époque France to your kitchen. Drawing inspiration from the iconic ceramic mustard crocks that graced French kitchens from the 18th century onward, this dual-sided original design from artist Tim McClelland celebrates an era when even the humblest condiment deserved beautiful packaging. Organic curves and botanical motifs recall the graceful designs that made French stoneware collectible treasures—now reimagined to showcase your fresh, spreadable butter.
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Brands We Love & Trust
From the kitchen to daily rituals, these are the artisan brands we use, trust, and recommend—carefully curated to complement the original Butter Bell® Crock.
Hapa Honey Farms
Sweeten every bite. Their limited-harvest, creamed honeys pair beautifully with fresh bread and soft, spreadable butter.
Dr. Pete’s Baking Mixes
Dr. Pete’s is known for small-batch Rustic French Boule and scone mixes inspired by classic bakehouse traditions.
Pëurr® Soap Company
A Marina del Rey Farmers Market find, Pëurr® is our trusted artisan savonnier known for pure, minimalist goat milk soaps.
Kari Gran Skincare
Butter Bell for your butter. Kari Gran for your skin. Thoughtfully crafted to nourish—perfect for the winter season.
Bundled Gift Sets
Curated bundles featuring the original Butter Bell Crock and artisanal essentials—with added value and free shipping.
Loved and Trusted by Butter Bell Owners for 30 Years
Endorsed by Top Chefs, Bakers And Dairy Companies
"There is nothing better than soft, spreadable butter on freshly baked bread. The Butter Bell crock is a great way to serve and store butter so it is always ready to spread."
Chef Peter Reinhart
James Beard Award Winning Author, "The Bread Baker's Apprentice" and Leader in America's Artisan Bread Movement.
