Description
This Cranberry Honey Butter is a luscious, flavorful spread combining creamy unsalted butter with sweet honey, tangy dried cranberries, and bright orange zest. Perfect for elevating breakfast staples like pancakes, waffles, or toast, it adds a festive and slightly tart twist to your morning or snack time. Easy to prepare and store, this spreadable butter keeps well in the fridge for up to two weeks or can be frozen for longer use.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup, or agave)
- 2 teaspoons orange zest (finely grated)
- 1/3 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat together - Add all the ingredients to a small to medium bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat the butter, cranberries, honey, orange zest, vanilla extract (if using), and salt until well blended and creamy.
- Transfer to a container - Spoon the cranberry honey butter into a jar with a lid or place it onto a piece of plastic wrap, then shape it into a log for easy storage and serving.
- Store - Refrigerate the butter for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness. For longer storage, you can freeze it for up to 3 months.
- Serve - Enjoy this flavorful butter spread on bread, pancakes, waffles, or even as a sweet dip to add a burst of fruity and citrus flavor.
Notes
- Softening the butter to room temperature is key for easy mixing and a smooth texture.
- Feel free to substitute honey with maple syrup or agave to suit your taste or dietary preference.
- Chopping dried cranberries finely ensures even flavor distribution throughout the butter.
- Orange zest adds a bright, fresh note - make sure to use unwaxed organic oranges to avoid bitterness.
- Store properly in an airtight container to prevent absorption of fridge odors.
- Allow the butter to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for easier spreading.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
