Description
This easy Cinnamon Butter recipe combines softened unsalted butter with powdered sugar, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to create a sweet, fluffy spread perfect for toast, muffins, pancakes, or rolls. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s a flavorful topping that adds a warm, spicy-sweet touch to your breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional, if using unsalted butter)
Instructions
- Soften the Butter: Make sure the unsalted butter is at room temperature to ensure easy mixing and a smooth consistency.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the softened butter, powdered sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt if desired.
- Mix Thoroughly: Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or a hand mixer, beat the ingredients together until fully combined and fluffy in texture.
- Scrape and Stir: Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl and give the butter a quick final stir to evenly incorporate all ingredients.
- Serve or Store: Transfer the cinnamon butter to a serving bowl or ramekin. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. When ready to use again, soften to room temperature for easy spreading.
Notes
- To Store: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Before serving after refrigeration, soften the cinnamon butter at room temperature to make it spreadable.
- This spread pairs wonderfully with warm breads, muffins, pancakes, waffles, and even oatmeal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2.5g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
