Strawberry Butter

Compound butter, created by mixing savory or sweet ingredients into softened butter to make a spread, is a quick and easy way to enhance the flavor of many dishes. This recipe uses strawberry puree to add fresh notes to butter, and it takes just five minutes to make a sweet strawberry butter that you can spread on toast, muffins and bagels.

Strawberry Butter Ingredients

• Strawberries: To create the base of this butter, we puree fresh strawberries before folding them in.
• Butter: We use softened butter to make it easier to mix with the other ingredients.
• Confectioners’ sugar: We add powdered sugar to the strawberry butter to enhance the sweetness of the spread.

Directions

Step 1: Process the strawberries

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Pulse the strawberries in a food processor until they’re well chopped.

Step 2: Make the strawberry butter

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Add in the butter and 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar, then process until blended. Pour in enough of the remaining confectioners’ sugar to reach your desired spread consistency and level of sweetness.

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Strawberry Butter Variations

• Swap the strawberries: Instead of strawberries, try using a different fruit, like blueberries, raspberries or cherries.
• Use a different sweetener: Instead of confectioners’ sugar, blend in honey, agave or dates to sweeten the spread.
• Add herbs: To enhance the aromatic flavor in this spread, add fresh mint or basil. 

How to Store Strawberry Butter

We recommend packing this strawberry butter in an airtight container. It’ll last in the fridge for a week.

Can you make strawberry butter ahead of time?

You can make strawberry butter a few days before and use it throughout the week to enhance your meals. Prepare it, store it in the fridge, then spread it on all types of dishes when you’re ready to use it.

Can you freeze strawberry butter?

If you have leftover strawberry butter, we recommend storing it in an airtight container or freezer-friendly bag. You can freeze it for two to three months, then defrost it when you’re ready to use it.

How long does strawberry butter last?

Strawberry butter will keep in the fridge for up to a week. If you store it in the freezer, it’ll last two to three months.

Strawberry Butter Tips

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Do I need to use softened butter for this strawberry butter recipe?

We recommend using softened butter so that it’s easier to blend in the food processor. (Psst: If you’re in a rush, there are several ways to soften butter quickly.)

Do I need to chill this strawberry butter before using it?

When serving this strawberry butter, you have the option to serve it softened or chilled. If you use it refrigerated, it will melt as soon as you slice it and put it on warm food.

What can I serve with strawberry butter?

This strawberry butter can enhance some of the simplest meals with delicious berry flavors. Toast a bagel and spread it on. Warm up a muffin and melt it on top. You can also use it as an ingredient to bake delicious cakes.