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Silky Honey Butter Recipe

Silky Honey Butter Recipe


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  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 9 1x

Description

Homemade honey butter combines creamy butter with sweet golden honey for a delightful spread. Southern kitchens embrace this simple condiment that elevates morning toast and fresh-baked rolls. You will love its rich, smooth texture.


Ingredients

Scale
  • ½ cup (113 g/4 oz) honey
  • ½ cup (113 g/4 oz) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Softening: Allow butter to reach room temperature, creating a malleable texture perfect for smooth blending.
  2. Mixing: Combine softened butter in a mixing bowl, gently introducing honey to create a harmonious sweet base.
  3. Whipping: Use a hand mixer or wooden spoon to thoroughly integrate honey and butter, developing a uniform, silky consistency with no unincorporated pockets.
  4. Flavor Enhancement: Optionally sprinkle a whisper of cinnamon or sea salt to elevate the flavor profile, adding subtle depth and complexity.
  5. Storage: Transfer the luminous honey butter into an elegant container or serving dish, then chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and slightly set.
  6. Serving Preparation: Remove from refrigeration 10-15 minutes prior to serving, allowing the butter to regain its luxurious spreadable texture.
  7. Presentation: Elegantly accompany warm bread, toast, biscuits, or use as a decadent topping for pancakes and waffles, transforming ordinary dishes into memorable culinary experiences.

Notes

  • Optimize Butter Softness: Let butter sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes to achieve perfect spreadable texture without melting completely.
  • Balance Honey Ratio: Use high-quality honey and start with a 1:4 honey to butter proportion, adjusting to personal sweetness preference.
  • Prevent Flavor Separation: Whip mixture thoroughly to ensure even honey distribution, avoiding honey pooling or uneven blending.
  • Storage Strategy: Store honey butter in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, allowing flavors to develop and maintain creamy consistency.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 9
  • Calories: 123
  • Sugar: 7.6 g
  • Sodium: 0.03 g
  • Fat: 9.2 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10.8 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg