Best 3 Walnut Cranberry Butter Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our collection of flavorful walnut cranberry butter recipes. These versatile spreads are not only easy to make but also pack a punch of taste. From the classic sweet and nutty flavor of our basic walnut cranberry butter to the zesty kick of our orange-infused variation, our recipes cater to a range of palates. Additionally, we offer a vegan-friendly option for those with dietary restrictions. Whether you're spreading it on toast, drizzling it over pancakes, or using it as a glaze for roasted vegetables, our walnut cranberry butter will elevate your meals to new heights.

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WALNUT CRANBERRY BUTTER



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"This cranberry butter is wonderful on warm bread or biscuits," recommends Corky Huffsmith of Indio, California. "Be sure to use real butter and margarine-the low-fat products have a higher water content that doesn't give the same results."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup chopped fresh cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar and honey until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add cranberries and walnuts; beat 5 minutes longer or until butter turns pink., Transfer to a sheet of plastic wrap; roll into a log. Refrigerate until chilled. Unwrap and slice or place on a butter dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY-WALNUT CAKE WITH BUTTER SAUCE



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Tired of plain ol' cakes? Give this recipe a shot! Cranberry-lovers will definitely like it because the cake is tart, but the warm butter sauce creates the ideal balance of sweet and sour. Pour the sauce over the cake just before serving. -Katie Kahre, Duluth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings (2 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup chopped walnuts
SAUCE:
2 cups sugar
1 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Gradually beat in water. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Fold in cranberries and walnuts (batter will be thick)., Spread into prepared pan. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sauce ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Serve cake with warm sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

WALNUT CRANBERRY BUTTER



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The story with this recipe says,"wonderful on warm bread or biscuits." She also says to use real butter not low-fat substitutes have added water,so it won't give the same results.This was submitted in a Taste of Home Magazine by Corky Huffsmith of Indio,California. I plan on making this to go with the White Chocolate...

Provided by Erlene Martin

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 c butter
2 Tbsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp honey
1 c chopped fresh cranberries
2 Tbsp chopped walnuts,toasted

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl,beat the butter,brown sugar,and honey until fluffy,about 5 minutes.Add cranberries and walnuts;beat 5 minutes longer or until butter turns pink.
  • 2. Transfer to a sheet of plastic wrap;roll into a log. Refrigerate until chilled.Unwrap and slice or place on a butter dish.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor than frozen or dried cranberries.
  • Chop the cranberries finely. This will help them to distribute evenly throughout the butter.
  • Toast the walnuts. Toasting the walnuts will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • Use unsalted butter. Unsalted butter allows you to control the amount of salt in the recipe.
  • Let the butter come to room temperature before mixing. This will make it easier to blend the ingredients together.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the butter, making it lighter and more spreadable.
  • Add the cranberries, walnuts, and spices to the butter mixture and mix until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, or the butter will become greasy.
  • Spread the butter onto a piece of plastic wrap and roll it up into a log. Chill the butter for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the butter on bread, crackers, or fruit. You can also use it as a glaze for chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Walnut cranberry butter is a delicious and versatile spread that can be used in a variety of ways. It's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and it's also a great gift idea. With its sweet and tart flavor, walnut cranberry butter is sure to please everyone who tries it.

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