How to Make Homemade Honey Butter in 5 Minutes

Honey butter is incredibly easy to make and brings wonderful flavor to homemade rolls or cornbread. This simple honey butter recipe uses just four ingredients and is ready to spread on warm bread in under five minutes.

If you want more easy bread to enjoy with honey butter, try recipes like Dutch Oven Bread, Challah Bread, or Buttermilk Biscuits.

Honey Butter

Warm bread with honey butter is irresistible. The butter melts into the bread and creates a rich, sweet finish. You don’t need fresh homemade bread to enjoy this—spread the honey butter on toast, muffins, pancakes, or a warm biscuit.

Ingredients for Honey Butter

This honey butter calls for just four simple ingredients. Use the following and adjust to taste:

• Butter – Use room-temperature butter so it mixes smoothly. Unsalted butter is recommended so you can control the salt level.
• Honey – The star ingredient. Use liquid honey or creamed honey, whichever you prefer.
• Vanilla – Pure vanilla extract adds a delicate, warm note.
• Sea salt – A pinch brings out the sweetness. Add sparingly and taste as you go.

How to Make Honey Butter

Start with softened, room-temperature butter. Place the butter in a mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Add the honey and vanilla, then continue mixing until everything is well combined. Taste the mixture and add a pinch of sea salt if needed. If you used salted butter, you may not need any additional salt.

How to Store Homemade Honey Butter

Store honey butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one month. For longer storage, freeze it for up to three months; thaw in the fridge before using.

If you prefer a softer texture, you can leave honey butter at room temperature for up to two days. Beyond that, it’s best kept refrigerated to avoid spoilage.

Honey Butter Recipe

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This honey butter is quick, versatile, and perfect for spreading on warm bread, toast, or any baked good that benefits from a touch of sweet richness.