Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Ensure your unsalted butter is fully softened to room temperature. This is crucial for achieving a smooth, creamy texture.
Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened butter, powdered sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, and the optional salt.
Step 3: Using an electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer) or a sturdy whisk, beat the mixture on medium speed. Continue mixing for 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl periodically, until the butter is light, fluffy, and all ingredients are well combined.
Step 4: Taste a small amount of the butter. If desired, add a little more powdered sugar for sweetness or a pinch more cinnamon for extra spice. Beat briefly to incorporate any additions.
Step 5: Transfer the finished cinnamon honey butter to a serving dish or an airtight container. It’s ready to serve immediately, or you can refrigerate it for later use.
Notes
For best results, always start with truly softened butter. Allow refrigerated butter to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving to ensure easy spreading.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment/Spread
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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