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Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter

Delicious Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter for Festive Spreads

This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter transforms simple spreads into festive delights with its sweet honey and tart cranberry flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 tablespoons
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Butter
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup Honey adds sweetness
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Cranberry sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt to enhance sweetness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the unsalted butter to room temperature, which may take about 30 minutes.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with a hand mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the honey while mixing, beating for another 1-2 minutes until light and airy.
  4. Gently fold in the cranberry sauce evenly using a spatula, careful not to over-mix.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until just combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve the butter with fresh bread, toast, or pancakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gFat: 4.5gSaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 5IU

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week in the fridge, or freeze for up to three months. Thaw before using.

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