Maple Cranberry Butter
1. Maple Cranberry Butter Recipe
Sweeten Your Mornings
Indulge in the harmonious blend of tart cranberries and rich maple syrup with this Maple Cranberry Butter. Perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, or waffles, this recipe combines 2 cups of fresh cranberries, ½ cup pure maple syrup (grade A or B), and a pinch of cinnamon. Simmer ingredients until cranberries burst, then blend until smooth. Adjust sweetness to taste and store in jars for up to two weeks. Pro tip: Add orange zest for a citrusy twist!
2. Maple Cranberry Butter Substitute
When You Need a Quick Swap
Out of maple cranberry butter? Try these substitutes:
- Apple Butter: Similar texture with a milder sweetness.
- Cranberry Jam: Add a dash of maple extract for flavor.
- Honey-Sweetened Cranberry Sauce: Blend with butter for a spreadable alternative.
Ideal for dietary needs, use agave or coconut sugar for a vegan option.
3. Canning Cranberry Butter
Preserve the Festive Flavor
Safely can cranberry butter to enjoy year-round. Use a tested recipe with adequate acidity (cranberries are naturally acidic). Sterilize jars, fill hot butter into jars, and process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes. Store in a cool, dark place. Note: Avoid altering sugar or acid ratios to prevent spoilage.
4. Christmas Cranberry Butter Recipe
A Holiday Table Essential
Elevate your festive spread with this spiced cranberry butter. Combine cranberries, maple syrup, orange zest, cinnamon, and cloves. Simmer, blend, and serve in decorative jars tied with ribbon. Pair with Christmas morning pastries or as a glaze for roasted turkey.
5. Whipped Cranberry Butter
Fluffy and Festive
Transform ordinary butter into a cloud-like delight. Whip 1 cup softened butter with ¼ cup cranberry puree and powdered sugar until airy. Serve on scones, muffins, or melted over roasted vegetables. Store in the fridge for up to a week.
6. Cranberry Compound Butter Recipe
Savory Meets Sweet
Mix softened butter with cranberry sauce, rosemary, and black pepper for a gourmet compound butter. Roll into a log using parchment paper, chill, and slice onto grilled meats or crusty bread. Freeze for up to three months.
7. Crockpot Cranberry Butter
Set It and Forget It
Let your slow cooker do the work! Combine cranberries, diced apples, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a crockpot. Cook on low for 6 hours, blend, and simmer uncovered to thicken. Ideal for busy cooks—use as a spread or dessert topping.
8. Cranberry Apple Butter
A Fruitful Fusion
Merge cranberries and apples for a balanced, tangy-sweet butter. Cook down both fruits with brown sugar and nutmeg until thick. Can or freeze for later. Spread on toast, swirl into yogurt, or layer in parfaits.