5-Minute Whipped Honey Butter

Honey butter in a small ceramic bowl with flaky sea salt sprinkled on top

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In this creamy whipped honey butter recipe, the flavors of the honey and butter shine through and the flaky sea salt enhances the flavor of both. This quick and easy recipe is the perfect way to take your biscuits, muffins, and pancakes to the next level.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings: tablespoons

Calories: 121kcal

Author: Cheryl Norris

Ingredients

1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter room temperature
1/3 cup (115 grams) Meadowfoam honey or other floral honey
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt plus extra, Maldon recommended

Instructions

Place the butter in a large mixing bowl, and mix with a handheld mixer on low speed for about 10 seconds then increase the speed to medium-high and beat until the butter is light and creamy and you can see the beater tracks, about 2 minutes total time.
Add the honey 1/3 at a time, beating for about 10 seconds at medium speed after each addition. After the last addition beat for another 20 seconds to ensure all the honey is well incorporated. Add the flaky sea salt and mix for about 5 seconds.
If serving the honey butter immediately scrape it into a small ceramic or glass bowl and sprinkle a little sea salt on top. If not serving it immediately, scrape it into an airtight container and refrigerate the butter for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Freezing Instructions: Store the butter in an airtight, freezer-safe container or you can divide it between several small containers if you want to use a little at a time. Leave a little headspace to allow for expansion. Write the date on the container and freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight when ready to use it. Bring it to room temperature and beat with a mixer until it's creamy.

Honey Varieties: If you can't find Meadowfoam honey, use another floral variety like Clover, Wildflower, or Blackberry. Don't use a dark variety like Carrot Madras or Buckwheat. The flavor is very strong and will overpower the flavor of the butter.

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