Description
Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter is a sweet and festive homemade gift perfect for the holidays. Made with fresh cranberries, honey, and butter, this spread is ideal for topping bread, pancakes, or even meats, making it a versatile and thoughtful treat for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or frozen, thawed)
- ½ cup honey
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional variations:
- Maple syrup instead of honey
- Cinnamon and nutmeg for extra warmth
- Herbs like thyme or rosemary for a savory twist
Instructions
- Cook the Cranberries: In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and a splash of water. Cook on medium heat for 8–10 minutes, until the cranberries soften and burst into a sauce.
- Puree the Cranberries: Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Leave some cranberry pieces for texture if preferred.
- Prepare the Butter: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Combine: Add cranberry puree, honey, vanilla extract, and salt to the butter. Whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness with additional honey or powdered sugar if needed.
- Jar the Butter: Transfer the finished cranberry honey butter to sterilized jars. Let cool before sealing. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer shelf life.
Notes
- Use ripe cranberries for the best flavor.
- Adjust sweetness to your liking; cranberries can be tart, so honey balances it out.
- Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a savory twist, mix in thyme or rosemary.
- Great for gifts when jarred and tied with a festive ribbon!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Gift, Spread, Holiday
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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