Orange Butter
Orange Butter is a sweet and tangy citrus-infused compound butter made with only two ingredients - butter and orange juice! It's delicious and versatile - spread it over baked goods like muffins and scones, or use it in savory dishes as a glaze or sauce!
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 116kcal
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 2 cups pulp-free orange juice
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, reduce orange juice to 1/4 cup.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- In a blender or food processor, blend orange juice with butter until smooth. Chill mixture before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the plain butter is first softened at room temperature for a smooth and creamy texture.
- Reducing the orange juice in a saucepan over heat is important as it helps concentrate flavor.
- Chill the freshly made orange butter for at least an hour before serving to firm up and help flavors to meld together.
Nutrition
Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 417IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.1mg