Maple Butter
An easy 2-ingredient maple butter you're going to want to spread on everything! Try it on pancakes, cornbread, biscuits, and more.
Instructions
- If your butter isn't already at room temp, let it sit on the counter for 30 to 60 minutes to soften.
- Combine the softened butter with the maple syrup in a bowl and stir to incorporate well.
- Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to 1 month.
Notes
Types of maple syrup: The most important part of this recipe is using a maple syrup that you like. You want to make sure to use a real maple syrup as it provides all the flavor for your spread, not something ultra-processed and sugary (that doesn't even contain real maple!) like Log Cabin or Pearl Milling Co.
If you haven’t ever had the chance to do a maple syrup tasting, we highly recommend it. That way, you get to know the different types of maple syrup and which kinds you like best! Here is a nice starter guide to maple syrup grades to help you out.
Softening butter: If you forget to let your butter get to room temp, you can always microwave it briefly (10 to 15 seconds should do the trick) to speed up the process. Just be careful because you don’t want liquid butter! Or, you can even set the butter on the counter near your oven if you’re baking something, and the residual heat should help it soften quicker.
Serving suggestions: There are so many delicious ways to use maple butter! Here are a few of our favorites:
- Enjoy on fresh bread or toast
- Spread on cornbread or corn muffins
- Serve with some biscuits
- Use on pancakes, waffles, or french toast
- Slather it on a homemade bagel
- Melt onto a burger, steak, or other protein
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 12mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.01mg
