Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
Introduction
This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a festive and flavorful spread that combines creamy butter with sweet honey and tangy cranberry sauce. It’s perfect for adding a seasonal touch to your breakfast or holiday gatherings.
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. Ensure your unsalted butter is at room temperature to make blending easier. If needed, microwave it for about 10 seconds—just avoid melting it.
- Step 2: Mix ingredients. In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Taste and adjust. Sample your mixture and add extra honey for sweetness or more cranberry sauce for tanginess, according to your preference.
- Step 4: Chill. Transfer the butter into a serving dish or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Step 5: Serve. Enjoy your cranberry honey butter spread on warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes for a festive treat.
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh homemade cranberry sauce for a brighter, fresher flavor instead of store-bought for more control over sweetness and texture.
- Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice twist.
- Soften the butter slowly at room temperature to avoid melting, which can affect texture.
Storage
Store your cranberry honey butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. When ready to use, let it soften slightly at room temperature for easier spreading. It can also be frozen for up to two months; thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen cranberry sauce for this recipe?
Yes, thaw frozen cranberry sauce completely before mixing to ensure a smooth texture and even flavor distribution.
Is it possible to make this vegan?
To make a vegan version, substitute the butter with a plant-based margarine or vegan butter, and use agave syrup or maple syrup instead of honey.
PrintChristmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe
This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a festive and flavorful spread made by blending softened unsalted butter with tangy cranberry sauce, sweet honey, fragrant vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Perfect for adding a seasonal twist to your warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes, this creamy and vibrant butter can be prepared quickly and chilled to meld the flavors, making it an easy yet special holiday treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 1 3/4 cups of butter 1x
- Category: Spreads and Condiments
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 the butter for about 10 seconds, making 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. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend everything until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the cranberry honey butter. If you want it sweeter, add more honey; for more tang, add extra cranberry sauce. Mix well after adjustments.
- Chill: Transfer the butter mixture into a decorative serving dish or an airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve your Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter spread on warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes for a delightful holiday treat.
Notes
- Use softened butter for easy mixing and smooth texture.
- Adjust sweetness or tartness by modifying the amounts of honey and cranberry sauce to your taste.
- Chilling is important to enhance flavor blending and firm up the butter.
- This butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Perfect for holiday breakfasts and brunches, adding a festive touch to simple breads.
Keywords: Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter, cranberry butter, holiday butter spread, festive butter, cranberry sauce, honey butter, seasonal spread
