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Creamy Cranberry Orange Butter Recipe Perfect for Holidays

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A vibrant, festive spread that combines sweet cranberries and zesty orange zest with creamy butter, perfect for holiday brunches or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (frozen works too; just thaw them first)
  • 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest (from one large orange)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste for sweetness)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Start by washing the cranberries thoroughly and letting them dry. If you’re using frozen cranberries, ensure they’re fully thawed.
  2. Zest one large orange, being careful to avoid the bitter white pith. You’ll need about 1 tablespoon of zest. Then juice the orange to get 1/4 cup of juice.
  3. In a food processor, combine the cranberries and orange zest. Pulse until the cranberries are finely chopped but not liquid. It’s okay to leave a few larger pieces for texture.
  4. Add the powdered sugar, orange juice, and vanilla extract to the processor. Blend until everything is well combined.
  5. Transfer the cranberry mixture to a mixing bowl and add the softened butter. Use a spatula to mix it together until the butter turns a beautiful pink hue and the ingredients are fully incorporated.
  6. Give it a taste test—adjust sweetness with more powdered sugar if needed or add a tiny pinch of salt to balance the flavors.
  7. Spoon the finished butter into a glass jar or airtight container. Chill in the fridge for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly.

Notes

[‘Use fresh cranberries for a brighter flavor.’, ‘Don’t skip the orange zest for a punchy citrus flavor.’, ‘Soften the butter properly at room temperature for about 30 minutes.’, ‘Make it a day ahead for deeper flavors.’, ‘Adjust sweetness with powdered sugar or add a pinch of salt to balance flavors.’]

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