The phrase "butter block" refers to a rectangular solid block of butter that has a consistent shape and size.
Sentences with «butter block»
Place butter block on upper two - thirds of dough, leaving a thin border along top and sides. (bonappetit.com)
For butter block: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter, flour, and salt at medium speed until creamy and well combined, 3 to 4 minutes. (bakefromscratch.com)
(Heads up: You'll want it to be about as firm as the chilled butter block in step 5.) (bonappetit.com)