Description
Rustic Blueberry Butter is a delightful and versatile spread that combines the natural sweetness of fresh blueberries with a hint of tanginess. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet addition to your favorite desserts, this homemade butter is easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Blueberries: Rinse the blueberries under cold water and drain well. Remove any stems or leaves.
- Cook the Blueberries: In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries have broken down and the mixture has thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
- Blend the Mixture: Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a regular blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the Vanilla and Salt: Stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Cool and Store: Let the blueberry butter cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Use Fresh Blueberries: Whenever possible, use fresh blueberries for the best flavor. If fresh blueberries are not in season, you can use frozen blueberries instead.
- Adjust the Sweetness: Taste the blueberry butter as it cooks and adjust the sweetness as needed. You might want to add more sugar or honey to suit your taste.
- Strain the Mixture: For a smoother texture, strain the blueberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before blending.
- Freeze Leftovers: This blueberry butter freezes beautifully. Just let it cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 35 calories
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 0g
Keywords: Rustic Blueberry Butter