Description
Rhubarb butter is a sweet and tangy spread made from fresh rhubarb, apple, honey, and a hint of cinnamon. It’s the perfect addition to toast, muffins, desserts, or even cheese pairings, bringing a unique burst of flavor.
Ingredients
4 stalks of rhubarb (about 4 cups)
1 apple, cored and cut into chunks
½ cup honey
2 tsp vanilla extract
¼–½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Puree the apple and rhubarb until smooth in a food processor or blender.
- Pour the mixture into a pot and stir in honey, vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce to a simmer and stir every 4–5 minutes.
- Cook for 15–20 minutes until thickened to your liking.
- Pour into a jar and let it cool before storing in the fridge.
Notes
- Spicy Rhubarb Butter: Add a pinch of ground ginger or nutmeg for extra spice.
- Citrus Twist: Add fresh orange or lemon zest for a bright flavor.
- Vegan Option: Substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Berry-Infused: Stir in fresh or frozen berries (strawberries or raspberries) during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
