Description
Indulge in the sweetness of homemade Strawberry Honey Butter, a delightful spread that transforms your breakfast and snacks into a gourmet experience. This luscious concoction blends fresh strawberries with the natural sweetness of honey, far surpassing any store-bought options. Ideal for slathering on toast, pancakes, or even drizzling over desserts, this versatile preserve is not only delicious but also a healthier alternative to traditional jams. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own tasty treat that you can savor anytime!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds strawberries (washed and hulled)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon bottled lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare your canning setup by filling a large pot with water and heating four half-pint jars in simmering water.
- Puree the washed strawberries in a food processor until smooth.
- In a deep pot over medium heat, combine the strawberry puree, sugar, honey, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Bring to a boil while stirring frequently; then reduce heat and let it simmer for 60-90 minutes until thickened.
- Using jar lifters, fill hot jars with the mixture, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and wipe jar rims.
- Seal each jar with a lid and process in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- Allow jars to cool undisturbed for 12-24 hours before checking seals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg