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Sweet Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups 1x
  • Category: Spread
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Celebrate the holiday season with this Sweet Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter, a creamy and flavorful spread that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the natural sweetness of honey. Perfect for breakfast or adding a festive touch to any holiday meal, this butter spreads smoothly on bread, rolls, pancakes, or waffles, making it a delightful addition to your festive table.

Ingredients

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Butter Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Mix-Ins

  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries, chopped

Instructions

  1. Beat Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add Sweeteners and Flavor: Gradually add the powdered sugar, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the butter. Continue mixing on medium speed until well combined and fluffy, approximately another 2 minutes.
  3. Incorporate Cranberries: Gently fold in the chopped cranberries using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the butter mixture.
  4. Transfer and Smooth: Transfer the cranberry honey butter to a serving dish or airtight container, smoothing the top with a spatula for a visually appealing finish.
  5. Chill: Refrigerate the butter for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up and for the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  6. Serve: Once chilled, serve the butter spread over warm bread, rolls, pancakes, or waffles and enjoy the burst of festive flavor.

Notes

  • Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the amount of honey according to your taste preference.
  • Ensure the butter is fully softened for a smoother, creamier texture when mixing.
  • This cranberry honey butter makes a lovely homemade gift when placed in decorative jars tied with ribbons.
  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture; frozen cranberries can also be used if thawed and drained well.
  • For a slightly different flavor, try substituting vanilla extract with almond extract.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/sweet-christmas-cranberry-honey-butter-recipe/