Three Homemade Flavored Butters to Enjoy with Your Favorite Baked Bread
Recipes
1. Strawberry Honey Butter
This smooth strawberry and honey spread is a delightful treat for your morning toast or pastries.
Ingredients:
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup strawberries, mashed
• ½ teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions:
Combine everything and blend until smooth and creamy. For an extra fluffy texture, use a hand mixer.
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for a maximum of one week.
2. Garlic Herb Butter
A savory mix of garlic and herbs, perfect for enhancing the flavor of bread, vegetables, or meats.
Ingredients:
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon thyme or rosemary, chopped
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients until well combined. Spread over warm bread, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 6 months.
3. Cinnamon Honey Butter
A warm, sweet combination of honey and cinnamon, perfect for dinner rolls, pancakes, waffles, and more.
Ingredients:
• ½ cup salted butter, softened
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl and beat with a paddle attachment until light and fluffy.
Serve at room temperature with your favorite baked goods.
Keep in a sealed container for up to 1 month in the refrigerator or 1 week if stored at room temperature.
Which one would you try first? Let me know in the comments!