Hot Cranberry Butter
Transform your holiday table with this luscious Hot Cranberry Butter, a velvety, flavor-packed spread bursting with seasonal charm. Made with fresh tart cranberries, creamy unsalted butter, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness, this recipe is perfectly balanced with the warm spice of cinnamon and nutmeg and the bright zest of orange. Its silky texture and tangy-sweet flavor make it the ultimate complement to warm biscuits, toast, or scones—ideal for breakfast spreads or festive charcuterie boards. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this rich cranberry butter is a versatile, make-ahead treat that elevates any occasion. Whether you're hosting or gifting, this holiday twist on a classic butter spread will delight your palate and your guests alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold running water and pick out any damaged or discolored berries.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, water, and granulated sugar. Place the pan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
Cook the cranberry mixture for 10–12 minutes, or until the cranberries begin to pop and break down. Use a spoon to mash any unpopped berries gently.
Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the honey, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, and blend until smooth and well-combined.
Pour the hot cranberry butter into a clean, airtight container and allow it to cool at room temperature. For best results, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Serve warm or at room temperature on toast, biscuits, scones, or as a festive addition to a charcuterie board.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.7 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.1 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 169 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.9 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 169.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 395 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
