Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter (Print)
Creamy butter spread with honey, cranberries, and festive spices. Great for holiday bread or pancakes.
# Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup honey
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1 cup cranberry sauce, homemade or store-bought
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon salt
# Directions:
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Ensure the unsalted butter is softened by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes if needed.
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Add the softened butter to a medium mixing bowl and beat it with a hand mixer or stand mixer until creamy and smooth, approximately 2-3 minutes.
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Gradually add the honey to the creamed butter, continuing to beat until the mixture is well combined and fluffy.
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Gently fold in the cranberry sauce with a spatula, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the butter mixture without over-mixing.
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Add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Mix gently until all ingredients are fully incorporated, achieving a uniform texture and color.
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Transfer the cranberry honey butter to a serving dish or decorative jar. Smooth the top with a spatula or the back of a spoon for presentation.
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Refrigerate the butter for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
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Serve the Christmas cranberry honey butter with fresh bread, toast, or as a topping for pancakes or waffles.