Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe
Introduction
Cinnamon butter is a simple, flavorful spread that adds a warm, sweet touch to your favorite breads and baked goods. This easy recipe combines creamy butter with honey and cinnamon for a delicious treat any time of day.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup honey (not creamed)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, beat the butter, honey, powdered sugar, and cinnamon together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Step 2: Add the pinch of salt and continue beating until smooth. Taste the cinnamon butter and adjust the salt, honey, or cinnamon to suit your preferences.
- Step 3: Serve the cinnamon butter with bread, muffins, or other baked goods for a delightful addition.
Tips & Variations
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based butter alternative.
- Add a sprinkle of nutmeg or vanilla extract for an extra layer of flavor.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a different sweet note.
Storage
Store cinnamon butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften for easy spreading. You can also freeze it for longer storage and thaw in the refrigerator before use.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, but reduce or omit the added salt in the recipe to avoid making the cinnamon butter too salty.
Is cinnamon butter suitable for baking?
Cinnamon butter is best used as a spread or topping. It can be incorporated into baked goods but may change their texture due to its high sugar and butter content.
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Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3/4 cup (serves 6-8) 1x
Description
A deliciously smooth and sweet cinnamon butter made with creamy unsalted butter, honey, powdered sugar, and a touch of warm cinnamon spice. Perfect for spreading on bread, muffins, pancakes, or other baked goods to add a flavorful twist to your breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup honey (not creamed)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Mix Butter and Sweeteners: In a medium bowl, beat the room temperature unsalted butter together with honey, powdered sugar, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
- Add Salt and Adjust Flavor: Add a pinch of salt to the mixture and continue beating until smooth. Taste the cinnamon butter and adjust the salt, honey, or cinnamon as desired to suit your preference.
- Serve and Store: Serve the cinnamon butter spread immediately with bread, muffins, pancakes, or any baked goods of your choice. For storage, keep the butter covered in the refrigerator and use within one week for best freshness.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter to ensure easy mixing and smooth texture.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and honey according to your taste preference.
- Store the cinnamon butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Bring to room temperature before serving for easy spreading.
- Perfect paired with warm toast, bagels, or cinnamon rolls.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon butter, cinnamon spread, honey butter, sweet butter, easy cinnamon butter, breakfast spread
