Imagine spreading pure summer sunshine on your morning toast - that's exactly what this incredible Strawberry Butter Fruit Spread delivers! Forget boring butter, this magical recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into a luxurious, berry-infused delight that will elevate your breakfast from mundane to extraordinary. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you'll create a restaurant-worthy spread that looks gourmet but is incredibly easy to make at home.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, removing the green leafy tops and ensuring they are clean and dry.
- Place the softened unsalted butter in a medium mixing bowl and use a hand mixer or whisk to cream the butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar to the creamed butter and mix thoroughly until fully incorporated and no sugar lumps remain.
- Finely dice the hulled strawberries into small, uniform pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the butter.
- Gently fold the diced strawberries into the sweetened butter mixture, being careful not to overmix and crush the strawberry pieces.
- Add the vanilla extract and stir gently to distribute the flavor evenly throughout the spread.
- Transfer the strawberry butter to a clean, airtight container or serving dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up slightly.
- Serve chilled as a spread on toast, bagels, scones, or use as a delightful topping for pancakes or waffles.
- Store the strawberry butter in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a sealed container.
Tips
- • Use room temperature butter for the smoothest, most spreadable consistency • Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dicing to prevent excess moisture • Dice strawberries into very small, uniform pieces for even distribution • Don't overmix when folding strawberries into butter to maintain texture • For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a pinch of lemon zest • Use the freshest, ripest strawberries for the most intense flavor • Chill the butter spread for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld • This spread makes an impressive homemade gift when packaged in cute jars
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 0g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
