Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter: The Best Spread for Joyful Feasts
This delightful spread combines the sweetness of honey with the tartness of cranberries, making it the perfect addition to your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 1/2 cups
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, and vanilla extract.
- Using a hand mixer, blend the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve with bread, muffins, or pancakes.
Notes
- This butter can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Try using different flavored honey or adding spices like cinnamon for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg