Brown Sugar Cinnamon Butter: The Creamy Sweet Spread You’ll Want Recipe
Introduction
Brown Sugar Cinnamon Butter is a creamy, sweet spread that adds warmth and comfort to any breakfast or snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious treat that pairs perfectly with toast, pancakes, or muffins.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Let the butter sit at room temperature until softened, about 1 hour.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Step 3: Use a hand or stand mixer to whip the ingredients together on medium speed until smooth and fluffy.
- Step 4: Taste the butter and adjust sweetness or spice to your preference.
- Step 5: Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
Tips & Variations
- Always use unsalted butter for better control over the flavor.
- Allow the mixture to rest for a few hours to enhance the flavor blending.
- Avoid microwaving the butter to soften it, as this can change the texture.
- Try adding a splash of vanilla extract, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of maple syrup for extra flavor.
Storage
Store the brown sugar cinnamon butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. For longer storage, freeze it for up to 3 months. When ready to use, let it soften at room temperature or gently warm it to spread easily.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
While you can use salted butter, unsalted butter is recommended so you can better control the amount of salt and balance the sweetness in the spread.
How should I soften the butter for this recipe?
The best way to soften butter is to leave it at room temperature for about an hour. Avoid microwaving it, as that can melt the butter unevenly and affect the final texture.
PrintBrown Sugar Cinnamon Butter: The Creamy Sweet Spread You’ll Want Recipe
Brown Sugar Cinnamon Butter is a creamy, sweet spread perfect for breakfast or as a delightful side. This easy-to-make butter blend combines softened unsalted butter with dark brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt to create a fluffy, flavorful spread that enhances toast, muffins, pancakes, and more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup (approximately 12 tablespoons) 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Side Dish, Spread
- Method: Whipped
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Soften the Butter: Let the unsalted butter sit at room temperature for about 1 hour until it becomes soft enough to mix smoothly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, dark brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt.
- Whip the Mixture: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the ingredients together on medium speed until the mixture is smooth, fluffy, and well combined.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the cinnamon butter and adjust the sweetness or spice according to your preference by adding more brown sugar or cinnamon if desired.
- Serve or Store: Serve the butter immediately as a spread, or transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter for better control over the flavor.
- Allow the mixture to rest for flavors to meld together more fully.
- Avoid microwaving butter to soften it as this can alter the texture negatively.
- Try variations by adding vanilla extract, chopped nuts, or maple syrup for extra flavor.
- Store the spread in the refrigerator for up to 1 month or freeze for up to 3 months to maintain freshness.
Keywords: brown sugar cinnamon butter, sweet butter spread, cinnamon butter, brown sugar butter, breakfast spread, whipped butter
