Slow Cooker Strawberry Butter
Slow Cooker Strawberry Butter is a delightful spread that transforms ordinary breakfasts into extraordinary experiences. With its luscious texture and vibrant flavor, this homemade treat captures the essence of summer in every bite. Perfect for toast, pancakes, or yogurt toppings, it’s an easy recipe that will impress friends and family alike. Enjoy the warm aroma wafting through your kitchen as you create a versatile addition to your pantry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare strawberries: Wash, hull, and quarter the strawberries; place them in the slow cooker.
- Add sugar and spices: Sprinkle sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon over strawberries; stir gently.
- Cook: Cover and set the slow cooker on low for 4 hours until strawberries break down.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth; pulse for chunks if desired.
- Incorporate butter: Stir in melted butter until fully combined; let cool before transferring to jars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in vanilla extract or using balsamic vinegar. Swap strawberries for other fruits like raspberries or blueberries to create unique variations.