FLAVORED BUTTERS

These are quite simple to make and great to put into a decorative jar to give family and friends. Enjoy!

FLAVORED BUTTERS

ALMOND-PEACH BUTTER

1/2 cup butter, softened

1/3 cup peach preserves

1/2 tsp almond extract

1/2 tsp confectioners sugar

HONEY-ORANGE BUTTER

1/2 cup butter, softened

1/4 cup honey

2 Tablespoons orange marmalade

CINNAMON-MAPLE BUTTER

1/2 cup butter, softened

2 Tablespoons maple syrup

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

STRAWBERRY BUTTER

1/2 cup butter, softened

1/3 cup strawberry preserves

1/2 tsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp confectioners sugar

For each flavor of butter, whip butter with electric mixer in a small bowl until smooth and fluffy; gradually add remaining ingredients. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator. Yield: four flavored butters about 3/4 to 1 cup each. Fits nicely into 4 oz jar.

Happy Holidays!

Saundra