Sweet Pecan Butter

Transform regular butter into something special with toasted pecans, honey and warm spices. This sweet compound butter elevates any bread or breakfast treat.

Clare Greco
Updated on Thursday 05 December 2024
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When I first made this Pecan Praline Honey Butter in my kitchen I knew I had created something special. The smell of toasted pecans mixed with honey and warm cinnamon filled my whole house. Now it's become my signature homemade gift for friends and family. There's something magical about spreading this creamy nutty butter on a warm piece of toast or fresh baked biscuit it just makes everything taste like a cozy morning at grandma's house.

Simple Ingredients for Something Amazing

  • Pecans: ¼ cup chopped nice and fine. I love using Georgia pecans when I can get them.
  • Unsalted Butter: 1 cup softened to room temperature. Use the good butter for this one.
  • Honey: ⅓ cup local honey adds such wonderful flavor.
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp pure vanilla never imitation.
  • Ground Cinnamon: ½ tsp fresh from my spice drawer.
  • Salt: Just a pinch ⅛ tsp to make all the flavors sing.

Let's Make Some Magic

First the Pecans
Heat your oven to 350°F chop those pecans fine and spread them on a baking sheet. Watch them close while they toast about 5 minutes until you can smell that nutty aroma.
Mix the Base
While the pecans cool grab your butter honey vanilla cinnamon and salt. Mix everything together until it's smooth and creamy.
Add Those Nuts
Once your pecans are completely cool fold them into your butter mixture. Make sure every spoonful will have that perfect nutty crunch.
Time to Taste
Let it come to room temperature before spreading on your favorite bread or warm biscuits pure heaven!

My Kitchen Secrets

  • Watch Those Nuts: Trust me stay close to the oven while toasting pecans they can go from perfect to burned in seconds.
  • Butter Matters: Splurge on good quality butter here you'll taste the difference.
  • Keep It Fresh: Store it on your counter for a couple days or pop it in the fridge for about a week just let it soften before using.
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More Than Just Butter

This isn't just butter it's a little jar of joy. I love watching people's faces light up when they first taste it spread on warm banana bread or melting into hot pancakes. Every time I make it the kitchen fills with that wonderful aroma of toasted pecans and warm cinnamon. It's become such a special part of our family breakfasts and holiday gatherings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this butter keep?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Let soften at room temperature before using.

Can I use different nuts?

Yes! Try walnuts or almonds - just make sure to toast them first for best flavor.

Why toast the pecans?

Toasting brings out the nuts' natural oils and deepens their flavor. It also makes them crunchier.

Can I freeze this butter?

Yes! Wrap well and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

What can I serve this with?

Try it on toast, biscuits, pancakes, waffles, sweet potatoes or anywhere you'd use regular butter.

Honey Pecan Butter

A decadent spread combining creamy butter with toasted pecans, honey, cinnamon and vanilla. Perfect on everything from toast to pancakes.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
7 Minutes
Total Time
17 Minutes

Category: Sweet Treats

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 16 Servings (1)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1/4 cup pecans.
02 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature.
03 1/3 cup honey.
04 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
05 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
06 1/8 teaspoon salt.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 350°F. Mince pecans, spread on baking sheet.

Step 02

Toast pecans 5-7 minutes until light golden. Cool completely.

Step 03

Mix butter, honey, vanilla, cinnamon and salt until smooth.

Step 04

Stir in cooled toasted pecans.

Step 05

Serve at room temperature.

Notes

  1. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning.
  2. Let nuts cool before mixing.
  3. Keeps 2 weeks refrigerated.
  4. Can freeze up to 3 months.
  5. Serve softened at room temp.

Tools You'll Need

  • Baking sheet.
  • Mixing bowl.
  • Measuring cups.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (butter).
  • Tree nuts (pecans).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 145
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
  • Protein: 1g