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Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe

Delightful Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter Recipe to Spread Cheer

This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter recipe is a festive spread that transforms meals with its delightful sweetness and tartness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup Cranberry Sauce Homemade or store-bought; using extra enhances tartness.
  • ¼ cup Honey Use maple syrup for a vegan alteration.
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for high-quality vanilla for best impact.
  • pinch Salt Optional if using salted butter.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soften the Butter: Leave the butter at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes or microwave it for 10 seconds until pliable.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Combine softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl, and blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and Adjust: Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or cranberry sauce as needed.
  4. Chill the Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve with Joy: Once chilled, serve the butter with warm biscuits, toast, or pancakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, refrigerate after mixing and taste as you go to adjust sweetness and tartness.

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