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Rhubarb Butter

Rhubarb Butter: A Sweet-Tart Springtime Spread


  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: About to 2 cups 1x

Description

This naturally sweet rhubarb apple butter fills your kitchen with a cozy scent and makes a perfect spread for toast or gifting.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 stalks of rhubarb, chopped (about 4 cups)
  • 1 apple, cored and cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Place the chopped rhubarb and apple into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  2. Pour the puree into a medium pot on the stove.
  3. Stir in the honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring frequently until thick and buttery.
  6. Carefully pour the warm mixture into a clean jar.
  7. Let it cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.
  8. If preserving long-term, follow proper canning and sterilization procedures.

Notes

Try it on toast, oatmeal, or yogurt. Keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze or properly can.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Seasonal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 25
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: rhubarb butter, fruit spread, apple rhubarb, honey sweetened, homemade condiment