Honey Orange Butter

Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this luscious Honey Orange Butter, a perfectly creamy spread that combines the richness of unsalted butter with the natural sweetness of honey and the vibrant citrus notes of fresh orange zest and juice. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and features a hint of salt to balance the flavors beautifully. Whether you’re slathering it on warm bread, freshly baked scones, or fluffy pancakes, this zesty homemade butter is the perfect way to add a gourmet touch to your meal. Plus, its customizable sweetness and citrus intensity make it a versatile favorite for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Allow the unsalted butter to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Place the softened butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add honey, orange zest, orange juice, and a pinch of salt to the bowl.

Step 4

Using a spatula or hand mixer on low speed, thoroughly combine the ingredients until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the sweetness or orange flavor if desired by adding a bit more honey or orange zest.

Step 6

Transfer the honey orange butter to a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap, then shape it into a log or your desired form.

Step 7

Wrap the butter tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up.

Step 8

Serve chilled or bring to room temperature for easier spreading. Pair with bread, scones, pancakes, or waffles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	165.3 grams (165.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	957

Total Fat 97.00g	124%
Saturated Fat 56.50g	283%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 250mg	83%
Sodium 158mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 36.00g	13%
Dietary Fiber 0.50g	2%
Total Sugars 35.00g
Protein 1.10g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 30mg	2%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 67mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.5%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 14.1%