Learn how to make whipped honey butter with this easy homemade recipe that only requires 3 simple ingredients! This light and fluffy spread is perfect on any homemade bread or dinner rolls. Get your recipe card ready because this is one you’ll want to save!
Can there be anything better than honey and butter put together?! This recipe is one I’ve seen floating around, so naturally I had to try it out. The first time around things didn’t go so well. I used the wrong tools and my butter was too warm. More on that later. I’ll give you all of my tips and tricks so you don’t make the same mistakes I did. Once I did some research, I found that learning how to make whipped honey butter is really quite simple.
To make this whipped honey butter you only need 3 ingredients: softened, room temperature butter, honey and salt. It doesn’t get much easier than that. The combination of these 3 ingredients makes the perfect light and fluffy spread. Plus, it only takes about 10 minutes to whip up. Honey butter is perfect on homemade bread or dinner rolls. Serve it on a weeknight or save it for a special occasion. Either way, it’s a delicious treat to enjoy!
Why you will love this easy recipe
- It’s simple: With only 3 ingredients, homemade whipped honey butter is incredible simple. It doesn’t take much searching through your pantry to locate all of the right ingredients. These are staples that you most likely already have on hand.
- It’s quick: Are you needing a quick addition to your dinner? As long as you have room temperature butter, this can be that quick addition you’re looking for. Make whipped honey butter in 15 minutes or less!
- It’s mostly hands free: Just place all 3 ingredients into the stand mixer and whip it up! This entire recipe is basically hands free which makes it so incredibly easy to make.
- It has a long shelf life: When you keep whipped honey butter in the fridge, it can last up to three months. Just bring it to room temperature when you’re ready to use it!
FAQs About How To Make Whipped Honey Butter
Can honey butter go bad?
Yes, honey butter can go bad. Whipped honey butter will only stay good for a few days on the counter. However, you can put it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Do you need to refrigerate honey butter?
Yes. If you want honey butter to last, you need to refrigerate it. Homemade whipped honey butter will last for 2 dates left at room temperature, but up to 3 months when store in the refrigerator.
How can you tell if honey butter is bad?
Look for signs of mold as well as a foul smell. Honey is antimicrobial which will help the butter stay better, longer. Yet if you notice that your honey butter is a strange color, foul smelling or moldy then it’s time to get rid of it.
Tips For Making Whipped Honey Butter
- Make sure that your softened butter isn’t too soft. I let my butter sit out for too long which created more of a melty texture.
- You can use either a hand mixer or stand mixer for this recipe. Either one will work.
- If you do choose to use a stand mixer, make sure you use the paddle attachment and not the whisk.
- Use a small bowl. Using a smaller bowl allows the whipping process to go smoother and the final product is a lot more aerated.
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Whipped Honey Butter
Whipped honey butter is the perfect light and fluffy spread to add to your homemade sourdough bread! Try it out with this easy recipe.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup high quality honey (plus 1/2 to 1 TBSP)
- 1 stick of unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
- Whip on medium-high speed until all the ingredients come together to form a smooth, whipped consistency resembling homemade whipped cream.
- Spread on a slice of fresh bread and enjoy! Drizzle with some honey for a little extra sweetness.
Notes
- Make sure to use the paddle attachment on the stand mixer, not the whisk. You can also use a hand mixer.
- In addition to the 1/4 cup of honey, add 1/2 to 1 TBSP depending on your desired sweetness level.
- Store this on the counter for 2 days at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 3 months. Simply bring it to room temperature before serving. Re-whip if necessary.
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