Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
Introduction
This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a festive and flavorful twist on classic butter. It combines tart cranberry sauce with sweet honey and vanilla, making it perfect for spreading on warm biscuits or toast during the holiday season.
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. If you need it softened quickly, microwave it for about 10 seconds without melting it.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend using a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Taste and adjust the sweetness or tanginess by adding more honey or cranberry sauce as desired.
- Step 4: Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Step 5: Serve chilled on warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes for a festive holiday treat.
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh homemade cranberry sauce for a more vibrant flavor and fewer preservatives.
- For a spiced variation, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the mixture before chilling.
- Try substituting honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
Storage
Store the cranberry honey butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Before serving again, let it soften slightly at room temperature for easier spreading. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator overnight before use.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen cranberry sauce for this recipe?
Yes, frozen cranberry sauce works fine. Just thaw it completely and drain any excess liquid for the best texture.
Is this butter suitable for baking?
This cranberry honey butter is best used as a spread or topping rather than for baking, as the added ingredients affect the butter’s consistency and may alter baking results.
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Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/4 cups 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a festive and flavorful spread perfect for the holiday season. Combining creamy unsalted butter with sweet honey and tangy cranberry sauce, enhanced with a touch of vanilla and salt, this butter adds a delightful twist to your morning toast, biscuits, or pancakes. Easy to prepare and great for entertaining, it brings a burst of holiday cheer to any table.
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. This will make it easier to blend with the other ingredients. If you’re short on time, you can microwave it for about 10 seconds—just make sure it doesn’t melt!
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Using a hand mixer or a whisk, blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: After mixing, taste your cranberry honey butter. If you prefer it sweeter, add a little more honey. For a tangier flavor, incorporate a bit more cranberry sauce.
- Chill: Transfer the butter into a decorative serving dish or an airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Once chilled, your Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is ready to serve! Spread it on warm biscuits, toast, or even pancakes for a delightful holiday treat.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness of the butter.
- Adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or cranberry sauce to taste.
- For best results, chill the butter at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- This butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Great as a festive topping for pancakes, waffles, bread, and crackers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas butter, cranberry butter, honey butter, holiday spread, festive butter, cranberry honey butter, Christmas recipe
