Homemade Cinnamon Butter Recipe
Introduction
This homemade cinnamon butter is a rich and creamy spread that adds a warm, sweet touch to bread, muffins, and pancakes. It’s quick to prepare and combines simple ingredients for a delightful flavor boost any time of day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (30g) confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, use a handheld mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment to beat the softened butter on medium speed for 1 minute until completely smooth and creamy.
- Step 2: Add the confectioners’ sugar, honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the butter. Beat on medium-high speed for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture is extra creamy and a little fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to combine everything evenly.
- Step 3: Taste the butter and add more cinnamon (up to 1 and 1/4 teaspoons) or additional salt if desired. Mix briefly to incorporate.
- Step 4: Serve immediately with an optional drizzle of honey or maple syrup, and a sprinkle of cinnamon or flaky sea salt, if you like.
Tips & Variations
- Use pure maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan-friendly version.
- Adjust the cinnamon amount to your taste—start with less and add more gradually.
- Try adding a touch of vanilla extract for extra flavor depth.
- For a festive twist, mix in a pinch of nutmeg or ground cloves along with the cinnamon.
Storage
Store leftover cinnamon butter tightly covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate it for up to 2–3 months. Before using cold butter, let it come to room temperature or soften slightly to make spreading easier.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, you can use salted butter, but reduce or omit the added salt in the recipe to avoid making the butter too salty.
Is cinnamon butter suitable for vegans?
To make cinnamon butter vegan, use a plant-based margarine or vegan butter substitute and maple syrup instead of honey.
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Homemade Cinnamon Butter Recipe
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (enough to serve 8–10 people as a spread) 1x
Description
This Homemade Cinnamon Butter is a luscious and creamy spread that combines softened unsalted butter with confectioners’ sugar, honey or maple syrup, and warm ground cinnamon. Perfect for enhancing toast, pancakes, muffins, or even sweet potatoes, this easy-to-make butter adds a delightful sweet and spiced flavor to your favorite dishes. With a smooth texture and a hint of honey sweetness balanced by a pinch of salt, it’s a versatile topping that’s ready in minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (30g) confectioners’ sugar
- 2 Tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste (up to 1 1/4 teaspoons)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a large bowl, use a handheld mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment to beat the softened unsalted butter for 1 minute on medium speed until it becomes completely smooth and creamy.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the confectioners’ sugar, honey or pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Beat everything together on medium-high speed for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture is extra creamy and a little fluffy. Use a silicone spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed, then beat again to combine.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the cinnamon butter and add more cinnamon if desired (up to 1 1/4 teaspoons), as well as more salt if preferred. Beat briefly to incorporate any additional ingredients.
- Serve and Store: Serve the cinnamon butter with an optional drizzle of honey or maple syrup, and/or a sprinkle of cinnamon or flaky sea salt on top. Store leftovers in a tightly covered container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 2 to 3 months.
Notes
- Use softened unsalted butter for the best creamy texture.
- You can substitute honey with pure maple syrup or vice versa for slight flavor variation.
- Adjust the cinnamon and salt levels according to your taste preferences.
- Store refrigerated butter for longer shelf life and bring to room temperature before serving for easy spreading.
- This butter pairs wonderfully with breakfast breads, pancakes, muffins, or even roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment/Spread
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon butter, homemade cinnamon butter, cinnamon spread, sweet butter, cinnamon honey butter, easy butter spread, breakfast spread
