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Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter

Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter

Delight in this Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter, a festive spread perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • jar for storage

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook the cranberries with 1 tablespoon of water for 5–7 minutes until they burst and form a thick sauce. Let cool.
  2. In a bowl, whip the softened butter until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add the honey and orange zest to the butter and mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Once cooled, blend the cranberry mixture into the butter until the color is even and well combined. Add cinnamon if using.
  5. Transfer to a jar or container and refrigerate. Let soften at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 0.5gFat: 11g

Notes

This butter pairs well with various dishes, such as warm dinner rolls, crusty bread, and even roasted meats. Feel free to customize it with different spices or sweeteners to make it your own.

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