Why Make This Recipe
Maple Cranberry Butter is a delicious and easy way to elevate your meals. It adds a sweet and tart flavor that pairs beautifully with many dishes. This butter is perfect for spreading on warm bread, muffins, or pancakes. Imagine how good it will taste! Plus, it can even be served with roasted turkey, making it a great addition to holiday meals.
How to Make Maple Cranberry Butter
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup cranberries, fresh or dried
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberries, maple syrup, and salt.
- Mix until well combined and the cranberries are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or wrap in plastic wrap to form a log.
- Chill in the refrigerator until firm.
- Serve spread over bread, muffins, or pancakes, or alongside roasted turkey.
How to Serve Maple Cranberry Butter
Maple Cranberry Butter can be enjoyed in many ways. It’s wonderful on toast, bagels, or pancakes for breakfast. You can also use it as a spread for lunch sandwiches or serve it with dinner rolls. It adds a lovely touch to roasted meats, especially turkey, making it a great choice for holiday gatherings.
How to Store Maple Cranberry Butter
To keep Maple Cranberry Butter fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If you have formed it into a log with plastic wrap, it can stay wrapped for easy slicing later. It is best used within a week, but it can also be frozen. Just make sure to wrap it well before placing it in the freezer.
Tips to Make Maple Cranberry Butter
- Make sure the butter is really soft; this helps in mixing all the ingredients easily.
- If using fresh cranberries, consider chopping them into smaller pieces for better distribution in the butter.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of maple syrup to suit your taste. More syrup means sweeter butter!
Variation
You can try adding different flavors like orange zest or cinnamon to your Maple Cranberry Butter for an extra twist. This will give your butter a unique taste that can complement various treats.
FAQs
Q: Can I use salted butter instead?
A: Yes, you can, but reduce the salt in the recipe for a balanced flavor.
Q: How long does Maple Cranberry Butter last?
A: It lasts about a week in the refrigerator. If frozen, it can last for several months.
Q: Can I use frozen cranberries in this recipe?
A: Absolutely! Just make sure to thaw and drain excess moisture before mixing them in.
Maple Cranberry Butter
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is really soft for easier mixing.
- 1/2 cup cranberries, fresh or dried Chop fresh cranberries for better distribution.
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Adjust to taste for sweetness.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Use less if using salted butter.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, cranberries, maple syrup, and salt.
- Mix until well combined and the cranberries are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or wrap in plastic wrap to form a log.
- Chill in the refrigerator until firm.
- Serve spread over bread, muffins, or pancakes, or alongside roasted turkey.