**Pecan Honey Butter: A Delightful Trio of Recipes**
Indulge in the sweet and nutty goodness of pecan honey butter, a culinary delight that elevates your breakfast, baking, and snacking experience. This versatile spread combines the rich flavor of pecans, the natural sweetness of honey, and the creamy texture of butter, creating a harmonious blend that tantalizes your taste buds. Discover three delectable recipes that showcase the versatility of pecan honey butter:
1. **Classic Pecan Honey Butter:** Experience the timeless combination of pecans, honey, and butter in this classic recipe. With its simple yet irresistible flavor, this spread is perfect for slathering on toast, muffins, or pancakes, adding a touch of sweetness and crunch to your morning meal.
2. **Spiced Pecan Honey Butter:** Elevate your pecan honey butter with a touch of warmth and spice. This recipe incorporates the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, creating a spread that perfectly complements baked goods. Drizzle it over waffles, scones, or cookies, or use it as a filling for pastries and pies.
3. **Honey Roasted Pecan Butter:** Take your pecan honey butter to the next level with this roasted pecan variation. Roasting the pecans intensifies their flavor, adding a delightful depth to the spread. Enjoy it as a dip for apples, crackers, or fruit, or spread it on sandwiches and wraps for a sweet and savory combination.
Pecan honey butter is not only delicious but also versatile. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast spread, a flavorful addition to your baking creations, or a sweet and crunchy snack, these three recipes offer something for every taste. So, grab your ingredients and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.
PECAN HONEY BUTTER
This honey pecan spread is perfect for any type of bread, let it be breakfast, dinner, or holiday meals. It works with everything, even as a snack! Try with warm cornbread.
Provided by BoobyBabyMommy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Compound Butter Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place pecan halves on a baking sheet.
- Bake pecans in the preheated oven until toasted, 5 to 8 minutes. Let cool to room temperature; chop.
- Place chopped pecans and butter in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Blend for 3 to 5 minutes, stopping as needed to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Reduce speed to low and add honey. Blend until well mixed. Transfer mixture to a serving dish or bowl and refrigerate until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 3.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
CORNMEAL PANCAKES WITH HONEY-PECAN BUTTER
Categories Cake Milk/Cream Egg Breakfast Brunch Fry Kid-Friendly Pecan Cornmeal Fall Honey Sour Cream Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes about 10
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Using electric mixer, beat 1/2 cup butter, honey, and cinnamon in small bowl until fluffy. Stir in pecans. Season with salt.
- Sift flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into large bowl. Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend; whisk in sour cream, milk, oil, and vanilla. Gradually add liquid mixture to dry ingredients, whisking just until blended.
- Heat griddle or heavy large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, brush griddle lightly with melted butter. Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto griddle. Cook until bottoms brown, about 4 minutes. Turn pancakes over and cook until second sides brown, about 2 minutes. Divide pancakes among plates and top with honey-pecan butter. Serve, passing warm maple syrup separately.
LOUISIANA SWEET POTATO FRENCH TOAST WITH PECAN HONEY-BUTTER
This sounds like an interesting breakfast. I think 1 egg would work instead of 2 yolks. From the Advocate (Baton Rouge newspaper) who say the recipe is by Patrick Ashton, of New Orleans.
Provided by Random Rachel
Categories Breakfast
Time 55m
Yield 4 french toast sandwiches, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the filling: Peel and cut sweet potato into 1/2-inch chunks. Roast in microwave in a covered microwave-safe dish with a few drops of water until fork-tender (8 to 10 minutes).
- Combine sweet potato and all filling ingredients in food processor or blender and process until the consistency of creamy peanut butter.
- Pecan honey butter: Chop pecans and add to a sauté pan over low heat and toast for a few minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat in a small saucepan. Add honey and pecans. Heat until mixture starts to bubble, stirring periodically, then lower heat and keep warm.
- For French toast: Combine egg yolks, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and vanilla in a flat-bottom dish. Whisk together until dry ingredients are fully moistened and combined with wet ingredients. Warm milk in microwave until warm (not hot), then add milk and melted butter to egg-yolk mixture. Whisk until combined well.
- Spread 1-2 tbsp of the filling between every 2 slices of bread to make sandwiches.
- Put 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip toast sandwiches in custard mixture and soak for 15 to 20 seconds on each side. Cook on griddle or pan for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and slice into three slices diagonally; arrange on plates. Top with honey-butter.
PECAN-TOPPED CORNBREAD WITH HONEY BUTTER
Make mouths instantly water with fresh-from-the-oven cornbread fortified with creamed corn and sprinkled in pecans. Make it even better-serve it with whipped honey butter.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 9- or 8-inch round cake pan with baking spray with flour. In medium bowl, stir all cornbread ingredients except pecans until well blended. Pour into pan. Sprinkle pecans evenly over top.
- Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter with spoon until creamy. Slowly beat in honey and salt until well blended.
- Serve warm cornbread with honey butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g
PECAN-HONEY BUTTER
Categories Nut Breakfast Quick & Easy
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir together all ingredients until blended. Chill until ready to serve.
HONEY-PECAN BUTTER
Steps:
- 1. Spread pecans on baking sheet and toast in 350 degree oven for 8 minutes. 2. Chop nuts in food processor or blender. 3. Beat butter and honey together until smooth. Add pecans. 4. Serve with Pumpkin Pancakes.
Tips for Making Pecan Honey Butter:
- For a smoother butter, cream the butter and honey together until light and fluffy before adding the pecans.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the pecans by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the butter.
- Store the pecan honey butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze the butter for up to 3 months.
- To use the pecan honey butter, let it soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes before spreading it on toast, waffles, or pancakes.
- You can also use pecan honey butter as a glaze for chicken, fish, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Pecan honey butter is a delicious and versatile spread that can be used on a variety of foods. It's easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later use. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy your favorite breads, waffles, or pancakes, give pecan honey butter a try. You won't be disappointed!
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