Honey Butter Recipe

You’ll love how easy this homemade Honey Butter is to make. Just whip together butter, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon for a smooth, creamy spread with the perfect sweetness. It’s delicious on warm biscuits, toast, and pancakes, but I especially love it spread over a slice of my homemade cornbread fresh from the oven.

Honey Butter is Better Homemade

Honey Butter, in its simplest form, is butter and honey mixed to create a new spread. However, I’ve added a couple of more ingredients to really take my recipe over the top. My recipe includes warm cinnamon flecks, real vanilla extract, and a sprinkle of sea salt to contrast the honey’s sweetness. Just measure everything out and mix to create this addictive spread.

Oh, and did I mention it can last for up to a month in the fridge?! Yeah, enjoy this easy recipe for a whole month on a variety of different foods…if it lasts that long without being devoured!

Ingredient Notes

Here’s what you’ll need to make this simple, sweet honey butter at home.

• Salted butter: Let it soften first so it mixes easily and turns out creamy.
• Honey: Adds that natural sweetness that makes this butter so good.
• Vanilla extract: Adds a little extra flavor.
• Sea salt: Balances the sweetness.
• Cinnamon: Optional, but it adds warmth if you like cinnamon in your honey butter.

How to Make Honey Butter

For full details on how to make homemade honey butter, see the recipe card down below. Here is what you can expect when making this recipe:

Step 1: Measure Out the Ingredients

Add all the ingredients to a bowl. Make sure the butter is softened so it mixes easily. If you forgot to take it out ahead of time, microwave it in 5-second intervals, flipping it each time, until it’s soft enough to press gently without melting.

Step 2: Mix Until Smooth

Use a stand mixer or hand mixer to blend everything together. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed, then mix again until the honey butter is smooth and creamy.

Tips for Success

• Use room-temperature honey: If your honey is thick or crystallized, warm it slightly so it blends more easily into the butter.
• Watch the texture: Stop mixing once the butter is smooth and fluffy. Overmixing can make it too soft to spread neatly.
• Taste and adjust: Honey varies in sweetness, so taste the butter and adjust the salt or honey as needed.
• Chill before serving: If the butter feels too loose after mixing, refrigerate it briefly to firm it up while keeping it easy to spread.

What to Serve With Honey Butter

Honey butter is especially good on warm breads and breakfast favorites. Spread it on fresh-from-the-oven rolls, muffins, or pancakes, or serve it alongside these recipes.

• Sweet Potato Rolls
• Banana Nut Muffins
• Belgian Waffle Recipe
• Oatmeal Pancakes
• Cornbread Recipe
• Angel Biscuits
• Whole Wheat Bread

Give this honey butter a try. It’s easy to make and adds something special to all your favorite breads and breakfast treats.

The printable recipe card is below. Enjoy!

More Recipes to Try!

• Cinnamon Roll Syrup
• Blackberry Syrup
• Pumpkin Cream Cheese Spread
• Citrus Honey Butter
• Cocoa Hazelnut Butter

Storing Honey Butter

Store honey butter in a covered container at room temperature for up to a week to keep it soft and easy to spread.

For longer storage, keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month. The butter will firm up when chilled, so let it sit at room temperature for a bit before serving. You can also microwave it briefly in 5-second intervals, just until softened, not melted.

Can I freeze honey butter?

Yes! Store honey butter in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 6 months. Wrap the container in aluminum foil to keep it from picking up other freezer odors. Thaw it in the fridge, then let it soften at room temperature before serving. If the texture needs a little help, give it a quick mix.

If you make this recipe, I would really appreciate it if you would give it a star rating and leave your review in the comments! If you have a picture of your finished dish, post it on Instagram using the hashtag #laurenslatest and tag me @laurens_latest.