Description
A silky, sweet compound butter with a hint of smoky warmth from bourbon, perfect for spreading on biscuits, pancakes, or melting onto steak.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon bourbon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Take 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter out of the fridge and let it come to room temperature.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened butter. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually mix in 2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of bourbon, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust sweetness or bourbon level as needed.
- Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Roll it into a log shape, twisting the ends to seal tightly.
- Refrigerate the butter log for at least 2 hours, or until firm. If you’re in a hurry, pop it in the freezer for 30-40 minutes.
- Slice the butter into rounds and serve over pancakes, waffles, toast, or warm biscuits. It’s also amazing on roasted veggies or grilled meats!
Notes
[‘Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.’, ‘Firming up the butter helps it hold its shape and makes it easier to slice.’, ‘Adjust sweetness or bourbon level to your taste.’, ‘This butter keeps well in the fridge for up to two weeks or in the freezer for up to three months.’, ‘Consider adding finely chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for texture.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (chilling time)
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 2
Keywords: maple bourbon butter, compound butter, flavored butter, sweet and savory, easy recipe, homemade butter