Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
Introduction
This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a festive and flavorful spread that brings a sweet and tangy twist to your holiday table. Perfect for warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes, it combines creamy butter with the bright flavors of cranberry and honey. It’s easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Soften the butter by leaving it at room temperature until soft but not melted. If in a hurry, microwave for about 10 seconds, being careful not to melt it.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more honey, or increase tartness with additional cranberry sauce if desired.
- Step 4: Transfer the butter to a serving dish or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Step 5: Serve chilled on warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes for a delicious holiday treat.
Tips & Variations
- For extra texture, fold in finely chopped fresh cranberries or chopped nuts before chilling.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a richer, deeper sweetness.
- If using store-bought cranberry sauce, choose one with whole berries for better flavor and texture.
Storage
Store the cranberry honey butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To serve, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. It is not recommended to freeze this butter as the texture may change upon thawing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this cranberry honey butter ahead of time?
Yes, it can be made a day or two in advance. Just keep it refrigerated until ready to serve to allow the flavors to blend well.
Can I use frozen cranberries instead of cranberry sauce?
Frozen cranberries can be used if cooked down with some sugar to make a sauce first. Simply simmer them until they soften and sweeten before mixing with the butter.
PrintChristmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a delightful and creamy spread combining the rich flavor of unsalted butter with the tangy sweetness of cranberry sauce and honey, enhanced by a hint of vanilla. Perfect for adding a festive touch to warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes during the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 1 3/4 cups 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Soften the Butter: Ensure your unsalted butter is at room temperature to make blending easier. If short on time, microwave it for about 10 seconds, making sure it doesn’t melt entirely.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend using a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the mixture, then add more honey for sweetness or more cranberry sauce for tanginess as preferred.
- Chill: Transfer the mixture into a decorative serving dish or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Once chilled, spread the Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter on warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes for a festive treat.
Notes
- Use softened butter at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Microwave butter carefully to avoid melting.
- Adjust sweetness and tanginess by adding more honey or cranberry sauce as desired.
- Store leftover butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- This butter is perfect for holiday breakfasts and can be used as a flavorful alternative to plain butter.
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