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Cinnamon Butter Recipe

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This Cinnamon Butter recipe is a quick and easy spread made by blending softened butter with powdered sugar and ground cinnamon. Perfect for spreading on pancakes, waffles, toast, or banana bread, it adds a sweet and warmly spiced flavor to your breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup salted butter, room temperature (If you prefer, use unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt)
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar (icing sugar or confectioner's sugar; can substitute part with honey)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy blending.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Place the butter, powdered sugar, and ground cinnamon into a medium mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer.
  3. Mix Until Smooth: Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, blend the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Adjust Flavor: Taste the cinnamon butter and adjust the amount of sugar or cinnamon to suit your preference.
  5. Serve: Spread on pancakes, waffles, toast, banana bread, or your favorite baked goods for a deliciously sweet and spiced treat.

Notes

  • Butter should be softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • Using unsalted butter allows you to control salt levels by adding a pinch if needed.
  • Powdered sugar can be partially replaced with honey for a different sweetness profile.
  • Store leftover cinnamon butter in the refrigerator in an airtight container and bring to room temperature before serving for easy spreading.