Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe
Introduction
Cinnamon butter is a simple, flavorful spread that transforms plain bread and baked goods into a delightful treat. With just a few ingredients, you can create a creamy, sweet, and spiced butter perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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 creamy.
- Step 2: Add a pinch of salt and continue beating until fully incorporated. Taste the cinnamon butter and adjust the salt, honey, or cinnamon to your liking.
- Step 3: Serve your cinnamon butter with bread, muffins, or other baked goods for a deliciously sweet and spiced addition.
Tips & Variations
- Use softened butter at room temperature for the creamiest texture and easiest mixing.
- Substitute maple syrup for honey for a different but equally delicious flavor.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract for extra warmth and depth.
Storage
Store cinnamon butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften. You can also freeze it for longer storage—thaw overnight in the fridge and stir well 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 pinch of salt to avoid making the spread too salty.
Is cinnamon butter suitable for baking?
Cinnamon butter is best used as a spread rather than a baking ingredient. However, you can melt it over warm baked goods to add flavor and moisture.
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Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup (approximately 6 servings of 1 tablespoon each) 1x
Description
This Cinnamon Butter recipe is a luscious, sweet-spiced spread perfect for enhancing bread, muffins, pancakes, and other baked goods. Made with simple pantry staples including unsalted butter, honey, powdered sugar, and cinnamon, it offers a creamy texture and warm flavor that elevates any breakfast or snack. Quick to prepare with just a few ingredients, it can be whipped up in minutes for an easy homemade treat.
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
- Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, beat the room temperature unsalted butter, honey, powdered sugar, and ground cinnamon together using a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add salt and adjust flavors: Add a pinch of salt to the mixture and continue beating until fully incorporated and smooth. Taste the cinnamon butter and adjust the salt, honey, and cinnamon quantities as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve: Transfer the cinnamon butter to a serving dish and serve it fresh alongside bread, muffins, or other baked goods. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and allow to soften slightly before using.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt level in the spread.
- Make sure butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and honey to taste for a sweeter or more spiced spread.
- For longer storage, keep the cinnamon butter refrigerated and bring to room temperature before serving.
- This spread pairs wonderfully with toast, pancakes, waffles, and fresh biscuits.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon butter, cinnamon spread, honey butter, easy butter spread, homemade cinnamon butter, breakfast spread
