Strawberry Butter Recipe
Introduction
Strawberry butter is a delightful way to add a fruity twist to your toast, muffins, or pancakes. This creamy, sweet spread combines fresh strawberries with honey and butter for a luscious treat that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 8 small strawberries, stems removed and chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, crush the strawberries using a potato masher until you have about 1/2 cup of mashed berries. Set aside.
- Step 2: Place the butter and salt in the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times until the butter becomes fluffy. Scrape down the sides if needed.
- Step 3: Add the mashed strawberries to the butter and pulse several times until combined.
- Step 4: Add the honey and pulse until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well incorporated.
- Step 5: You can leave the strawberry butter on the counter for a couple of days or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. Bring it to room temperature before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a chunkier texture, pulse fewer times after adding strawberries.
- Swap honey for maple syrup to add a different sweetness profile.
- Add a splash of lemon juice for a slight tang that brightens the flavor.
Storage
Store strawberry butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to soften, making it easier to spread.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen strawberries for this recipe?
Yes, you can use thawed frozen strawberries, but drain any excess liquid before mashing to avoid watery butter.
How long does homemade strawberry butter last?
When refrigerated properly, strawberry butter lasts about one week. Always check for any signs of spoilage before use.
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Strawberry Butter Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 cup 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This homemade strawberry butter is a luscious, fruity spread made by blending fresh strawberries with creamy unsalted butter, a pinch of kosher salt, and natural honey. Perfect for elevating your morning toast, muffins, or pancakes with a sweet, buttery burst of fresh strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
Butter Mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- Pinch of kosher salt
Strawberry Blend
- 8 small strawberries, stems removed, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Crush Strawberries: In a medium bowl, use a potato masher to crush the strawberries until you have about 1/2 cup of mashed fruit. Set this aside for later use.
- Prepare Butter: Place the room temperature butter and pinch of kosher salt into the bowl of a food processor. Pulse a few times until the butter becomes fluffy and lighter in texture. Scrape down the sides of the bowl if needed to ensure even mixing.
- Incorporate Strawberries: Add the mashed strawberries to the food processor bowl. Pulse several more times until the strawberries are evenly incorporated into the fluffy butter mixture.
- Add Honey and Finish: Pour in the honey and pulse again until the mixture is fully blended, light, and fluffy, ensuring the sweet flavor is well combined with the strawberry butter.
- Store and Serve: You can leave the strawberry butter on the counter for a couple of days or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it. Before serving, bring it back to room temperature for the best taste and spreadability.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter to achieve a smooth and fluffy consistency.
- Ensure strawberries are ripe for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Store strawberry butter in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Bring refrigerated butter to room temperature before serving for easier spreading.
- This butter pairs excellently with toast, pancakes, muffins, or as a sweet addition to cheese boards.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry butter, fruit butter recipe, homemade butter spread, honey butter, breakfast spread
