Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe, a delightful spread that brings together the tartness of cranberry and the sweetness of honey. This creamy concoction is perfect for elevating your holiday meals, whether slathered on warm biscuits, drizzled over pancakes, or used as a topping for desserts. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this versatile butter is sure to impress your family and guests alike. With its beautiful presentation and customizable flavor, it adds a charming touch to any holiday gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
- Ensure your unsalted butter is at room temperature for easy blending.
- In a 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 the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired or more cranberry sauce for added tartness.
- Transfer the butter to an attractive serving dish or airtight container; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled on warm biscuits, toast, pancakes, or as a topping for desserts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 31mg