Description
A delightful and easy-to-make spread that brings the essence of summer with strawberries and honey, perfect for breakfast and snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then chop them finely, releasing their juicy goodness.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped strawberries, honey, and lemon juice, mixing until everything is well incorporated.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it is velvety and golden.
- Add the strawberry mixture to the saucepan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries are soft and the mixture thickens (about 10-15 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to jars, ready to be spread on your favorite pastries.
- Store in the refrigerator and use as needed—this spread is perfect for making any meal feel special.
Notes
This Strawberry Honey Butter can be made in advance and stored in jars for up to two weeks in the fridge. Use maple syrup instead of honey for a different sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg