Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
Introduction
Looking for a festive spread to brighten your holiday meals? Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter combines sweet honey and tart cranberry sauce for a creamy, flavorful treat. It’s perfect for breads, biscuits, and adding a seasonal touch to your table.
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: Ensure your unsalted butter is at room temperature for easy blending. If short on time, microwave for about 10 seconds—avoid melting.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or cranberry sauce as desired.
- Step 4: Transfer 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 treat.
Tips & Variations
- Use coconut oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version.
- Substitute cranberry sauce with raspberry or cherry sauce for a different flavor.
- Replace honey with maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and spice.
- Ensure butter is softened, not melted, for the best texture.
Storage
Store Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. For longer storage, freeze in small portions for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before use.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, but omit the pinch of salt in the recipe to avoid an overly salty spread.
How can I make this butter vegan?
Replace the butter with coconut oil and use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan-friendly version.
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Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 3/4 cups (about 12 tablespoons) 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a festive and flavorful spread that combines the richness of softened unsalted butter with the tartness of cranberry sauce, sweetness of honey, and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for elevating your holiday breads, biscuits, and pastries, this easy-to-make butter not only adds vibrant color and holiday cheer but also blends smooth and creamy for a delightful taste experience.
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
Suggested Substitutions
- Butter: Use coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- Cranberry Sauce: Substitute with raspberry or cherry sauce for a different flavor.
- Honey: Maple syrup can replace honey for a vegan alternative.
Instructions
- Soften the Butter: Ensure your unsalted butter is at room temperature to make it easier to blend with other ingredients. If you’re short on time, microwave it for about 10 seconds, being careful not to melt it.
- Mix Ingredients: 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 the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste your cranberry honey butter. If you want it sweeter, add more honey. For a tangier flavor, add extra cranberry sauce as desired.
- Chill: Transfer the mixture to a decorative serving dish or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve: After chilling, serve the cranberry honey butter spread over warm biscuits, toast, pancakes, or pastries for a festive treat.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth texture.
- Do not overmix to maintain the butter’s rich, creamy texture.
- Chilling is essential for flavor cohesion and spread consistency.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze for longer storage up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before use.
- To make vegan, substitute butter with coconut oil and honey with maple syrup.
- Rehydrate dried cranberries if substituting cranberry sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spreads & Butters
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas cranberry honey butter, holiday butter spread, cranberry butter, festive spreads, holiday recipes, easy spreads, butter with cranberry and honey
