Cranberry Butter
Creamy cranberry butter combines sweet cranberries and orange marmalade with rich butter, perfect for spreading on warm breads, rolls, and muffins during festive or brunch occasions.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the softened margarine or butter, whole cranberries, and orange marmalade thoroughly.
- Chill the mixture until firm.
- Serve on warm breads, rolls, or muffins. Keeps for 2 to 4 weeks when refrigerated.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider using unsalted butter instead of margarine. If you want to reduce the sweetness, use less orange marmalade or substitute it with a bit of lemon juice. Make sure the cranberries are well-drained to avoid excess moisture. This cranberry butter can also be made with fresh cranberries; just cook and sweeten them before mixing.
Serving Suggestions
This cranberry butter is delightful on warm breads, rolls, or muffins, making it a perfect spread for breakfast or brunch. It pairs beautifully with Kid'S Cinnamon Buns or can be enjoyed with scones for an afternoon tea. For a festive touch, serve it at holiday gatherings alongside cheese platters.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover cranberry butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can last for about 2 to 4 weeks. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing individual portions. To reheat, let it sit at room temperature for a bit or microwave it in short intervals until softened.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Cranberry Butter contains roughly 461 calories, with 0g protein, 113g carbohydrates, and 5g fat. It is a good source of dietary fiber (13% of the Daily Value). It also contributes 4g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh cranberries instead of canned?
Yes, you can use fresh cranberries! Just cook them down with a bit of sugar and water until they burst and soften, then let them cool before mixing them with the butter and marmalade. This will give your cranberry butter a fresher taste.
Is there a vegan alternative for this recipe?
Absolutely! You can substitute the butter or margarine with a plant-based vegan butter. Just ensure that the orange marmalade is also vegan-friendly, which most store-bought varieties are. This way, you can enjoy a delicious vegan version of cranberry butter.
How can I use cranberry butter in desserts?
Cranberry butter can be used as a flavorful filling for pastries or as a topping for pancakes and waffles. It can also enhance the flavor of cakes or cupcakes, adding a unique tartness that complements sweet desserts beautifully.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).