Sweet Pecan Butter Spread (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy butter mixed with roasted pecans, honey, and warm spices, ideal for spreading or baking.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 1/3 cup honey

02 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

03 - 1/8 teaspoon salt

04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

05 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans

06 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray. Chop pecans into small pieces and spread evenly on the tray.

02 - Bake pecans for 5 to 7 minutes until they become light brown and fragrant. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.

03 - In a mixing bowl, blend softened butter with cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth and creamy.

04 - Fold the cooled toasted pecans gently into the butter mixture until evenly distributed.

05 - Let the mixture sit at room temperature before serving to enhance spreadability.

01 - Monitor pecans closely while toasting to prevent burning.

02 - Ensure pecans are completely cooled before mixing to maintain texture.

03 - Refrigerate and store up to 14 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

04 - If chilled, serve softened for best flavor and texture.