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Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter

Sweeten Your Holidays with Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter

This Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter blends sweet honey and tart cranberry, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Add coconut oil for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Replace with maple syrup for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Omit for simpler taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Skip if using salted butter.
For Sweetness Adjustment
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust sweetness as desired.
Optional Additions
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon or Nutmeg For a warm, festive touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh or Dried Herbs Use rosemary or thyme.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the butter by leaving it at room temperature or microwave for 10-15 seconds.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, cranberry sauce, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  3. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness with honey or cranberry sauce as desired.
  4. Transfer the mixture into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Remove from the fridge, let sit for a few minutes at room temperature, then serve on biscuits or pancakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Make ahead for convenience.

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