Easy-to-make flavored butters are perfect for entertaining during the holidays or to serve on your favorite brunch breads. Here are a few to try.
Strawberry Butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup strawberry or your favorite flavored fruit preserve
Orange-Cinnamon Butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 Tbsp. firmly packed brown sugar
1 tsp. freshly grated orange zest
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
Maple Butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 Tbsp. maple syrup or maple-flavored syrup
1 tsp. maple extract
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl for the flavored butter you choose to make. Beat at medium speed until well mixed.
Serve on muffins or breads. Store refrigerated in container with tight-fitting lid up to two weeks.
Herb Seasoned Butter
1 cup butter, softened
2 Tbsps. chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary
1 Tbsp. finely chopped shallots or green onions
1/2 tsp. finely chopped fresh garlic
Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Beat at medium speed until well mixed.
Store refrigerated in container with tight-fitting lid up to two weeks.
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