If you don't have a traditional butter knife or a butter spreader, there are several other kitchen gadgets that can be used to break and spread butter. Here are some alternatives:
Cheese grater: A cheese grater with large holes can be used to grate cold butter, making it easier to spread on bread or toast.
Vegetable peeler: A vegetable peeler can be used to create thin slices of cold butter, which can then be spread on warm items like pancakes or waffles.
Fork: In a pinch, a fork can be used to break and spread butter. Hold the butter with the fork and use a spreading motion to apply it to your food.
Melon baller: A melon baller can help scoop small portions of butter, making it easier to spread evenly on smaller items like muffins or scones.
Silicone spatula: A silicone spatula can work well for spreading butter on larger surfaces like toast or bagels.
Butter curler: A butter curler is a specialized tool designed to create decorative butter curls, but it can also be used to make small, spreadable portions of butter.
Pastry brush: If you need to spread melted butter evenly on a surface, a pastry brush can be a handy tool.
Remember that some of these alternative methods may work better with softened or slightly melted butter, rather than cold and hard butter. Always consider the texture and consistency of the butter you're working with when using these gadgets for spreading.