Description

This Homemade Blueberry Butter is a luscious, fruity spread perfect for toast, muffins, or pancakes. Combining fresh blueberries with creamy unsalted butter, sweetened lightly with powdered sugar and honey, and enhanced with vanilla extract, it offers a delicious burst of berry flavor with a smooth, creamy texture. Quick to prepare and ideal for adding a gourmet touch to your breakfast or snacks.

Ingredients

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Blueberry Mixture

1/2 cup fresh blueberries

Butter Spread

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Cook Blueberries: In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook the blueberries until they begin to burst and release their juices, creating a natural syrup.
Mash and Thicken: Use a spoon or masher to crush the berries, and continue cooking the mixture for about 5 minutes until it slightly thickens, concentrating the flavor.
Cool Mixture: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the blueberry mixture to cool to room temperature, ensuring it won’t melt the butter in the next steps.
Beat Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and creamy.
Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled blueberry mixture, honey, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat thoroughly until everything is fully incorporated and you have a smooth, uniform blueberry butter.
Store: Transfer the finished blueberry butter to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. It can be spread on breads, muffins, or used as a flavorful topping.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe blueberries for the best flavor and texture.
The butter should be at room temperature to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency when beaten.
Store the blueberry butter in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 weeks for optimal freshness.
Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of powdered sugar or honey according to your taste preference.
Can be used as a delicious alternative to jam or standard butter on baked goods.