Honey Butter Recipe with Raw Honey

Honey butter is a simple pleasure that feels indulgent every time you spread it on warm bread. Using raw honey adds depth, enzymes, and floral notes. Here's why it belongs in every fridge, plus an easy recipe and flavor variations.

Why Raw Honey Makes Better Honey Butter

Raw honey keeps its natural enzymes and pollen, giving honey butter a nuanced sweetness that pasteurized honey cannot match. The thicker texture also helps the butter whip up light and fluffy. Choose a floral variety like California wildflower for a balanced flavor.

Simple Raw Honey Butter Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 tablespoons raw honey
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or cinnamon

Step-by-step instructions

1. Place softened butter in a mixing bowl.
2. Add raw honey, salt, and optional flavorings.
3. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until light and airy, about 2 minutes.
4. Spoon into a jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Bring to room temperature before serving for effortless spreading. For a hive-inspired breakfast, drizzle extra honey on top and serve with Honeycomb Crostini.

Variations and Flavor Ideas

• Citrus honey butter: Add zest from half an orange or lemon.
• Spiced honey butter: Mix in 1/4 teaspoon each of cinnamon and nutmeg.
• Savory honey butter: Stir in chopped fresh thyme and cracked black pepper.

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