Cinnamon Maple Butter: Sweet, Creamy, and Utterly Irresistible
Ingredients
- 8 oz grade A dark amber maple syrup
- 1 two-inch cinnamon stick
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (softened (divided))
Instructions
- Let the Maple Madness Begin
- Pour your maple syrup into a medium saucepan. Toss in the cinnamon stick like a wizard adding a magical ingredient. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat while savoring that maple aroma filling your kitchen.
- Heat Things Up
- Keep the syrup bubbling until your candy thermometer hits 240°F. This is your magic number. Don't have a thermometer? It’s worth the investment—your maple butter will thank you.
- Cinnamon Stick, Exit Stage Left
- Remove the pan from heat and fish out the cinnamon stick. It’s done its job. Now stir in 1 1/2 sticks of butter until they melt into sweet oblivion.
- Beat the Butter
- Immediately transfer this liquid gold to a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. Start on low speed for 1 minute, then medium speed for 2 minutes, and finally crank it up to high for a full 5 minutes. Your patience will be rewarded with creamy, fluffy goodness.
- The Grand Finale
- Add the remaining 1/2 stick of butter and mix until the concoction transforms into a thick, opaque, and dreamy spread. Transfer it to a jar or airtight container.
Notes
This butter is dangerously versatile. Smear it on pancakes, waffles, toast, bagels—or just eat it with a spoon when no one’s looking.
Store in the fridge and bring to room temperature before spreading for maximum creaminess.
If you’re feeling extra fancy, sprinkle a little sea salt on top for a salty-sweet combo.
You might catch yourself inventing excuses to make toast just so you can slather this butter on it. Don't say I didn't warn you.
Enjoy every luxurious bite of this Cinnamon Maple Butter—it’s like autumn in a jar, but good year-round! 🍁