Whipped Strawberry Butter is fluffy, creamy, sweet, and buttery goodness in a pretty pink package. This is amazing on toast, scones, pancakes, popovers, muffins, breads, and just about anything else you might want to butter!
Strawberry Butter
I’ve been a big fan of Vanilla Bean Whipped Honey Butter and Maple Butter for years, but this strawberry loveliness just plain puts it to shame. Slathered on toast, on biscuits, on scones, or even on a graham cracker, this Strawberry Butter is pure heaven.
Real strawberries mashed to release their delicious juice get whipped into real honey butter for a spread that’s as delightful to taste as it is to look at. I was inspired to make strawberry butter in my own kitchen after a trip I took a while back.
Scottsdale Getaway
Several years ago, I spent a long weekend playing in the sun and enjoying some fun and relaxing downtime with two of the best friends a girl could ask for. We stayed at the gorgeous Phoenician resort in Scottsdale, ate as much amazing food as we were able, and greatly enjoyed being waited on and pampered all weekend!
On Saturday, we wandered out to Scottsdale Fashion Square and finished our morning with lunch at NM Cafe in Neiman Marcus. I hadn’t eaten there before, and in case you haven’t either, I’ll tell you that it is worth a visit.
Whipped Strawberry Honey Butter
By far, our favorite part of the meal was the little dish of strawberry butter and the popovers that they brought out while we waited for our meal. I probably would have been completely happy to just continue noshing on bread with strawberry butter for my lunch.
Even after our meal, I kept thinking about that whipped strawberry butter. I knew that amazing butter would need to be re-created in my kitchen just as soon as I got back home. On our way home on Sunday night, we stopped at the store for strawberries.
Before I even unpacked, I’d made three different batches of butter. I wanted to get just the right balance of fresh strawberry flavor and sweetness, just like the butter I’d had at the cafe.
The recipe I’m sharing was hands-down our favorite. I loved the difference the honey and the fresh berries made!
Strawberry Butter Recipe
After a little trial and error, I am confident in saying that this is the very best strawberry butter you will ever taste. Not only is it borderline addictive, but it’s also extremely easy to make and requires just a handful of ingredients.
Soft butter is whipped with water to get light and fluffy. Mashed strawberries get whipped into the butter, followed by a generous drizzle of honey. The resulting spread is fluffy and perfectly sweet with the tiniest hint of tartness from the strawberries.
If you prefer, you can also make this with white sugar instead of honey. To make that version, add a quarter cup of white sugar slowly, tasting as you go until you reach your desired sweetness level. That variation was a closer match to the strawberry butter from the NM Cafe but I personally prefer the flavor of the honey.
To make an even easier “cheater” strawberry butter, you can make a quick jam version by mixing two parts butter with one part strawberry jam.
It tastes good in a pinch–but if you can get your hands on some strawberries, this version with real berries and honey is totally worth the few minutes of effort!
This is a delicious spread every which way. It’s amazing on bagels, toasted slices of English Muffin Bread, and all kinds of homemade rolls, like these Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls. I’ve been known to enjoy a pat of this butter on top of a warm Blueberry Bran Muffin too.
Next time I share a pot of tea with a friend, I’m excited to put a cute little dish of pretty pink strawberry butter out on the table next to a platter of scones.
This will keep nicely in the fridge for about a week. I like to bring it to room temperature before serving but it spreads well even when a little cooler, thanks to all that whipping!
Whipped Butter Recipes
If you love the pots of fancy Whipped Butter you get at many restaurants, you’ll be so excited to discover how easy they are to make at home.
For a sweet and spicy spin on whipped butter just begging to be spread across your cornbread, don’t forget to try my Jalapeño Honey Butter. We also love the flavor of this simple Vanilla Bean Whipped Honey Butter.
Kitchen Tip: I use this mixer, these bowls, and this jar to make this recipe.
Whipped Strawberry Honey Butter
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 3 tbsp water OPTIONAL
- 8 strawberries chopped and mashed, ½ cups worth of liquid and puree
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Place the butter and the water in a mixing bowl and beat on high speed until well combined and fluffy, at least 3 minutes. Scrape the sides as needed.
- Add the smashed strawberries and their liquid to the butter and beat again until combined, about 2 minutes. Add the honey and beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 more minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until needed. Let soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
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{originally published 8/26/2014 – recipe notes and photos updated 4/14/22}
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
I would seriously slather this on every single piece of bread that I came in contact with. It looks so fantastic!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
Looks like a great trip! And mmmmm……this butter. I want to eat it with a spoon (is that weird?).
Bal says
Did you use salted or unsalted butter?
Mary says
Regular salted butter. Enjoy!
Amanda says
Love, love, love!
Anonymous says
have you tried freezing this? wondering if I can make now with fresh strawberries and freeze until Christmas Present time
Mary says
I haven't frozen this yet, but I can't think of any reason why it wouldn't work. I freeze herb butters all the time!
Ann says
Hi I was wondering how long a shelf life this has. It looks great.
Ann From Newfoundland
Renova says
Great recipe
Virgimia Herrera says
Sounds Delicious , have you ever tried to make the dip with strawberrysmixed ihto Marshallow cream , it is fantastic on so many things !!
April says
So yummy! A heads up….make sure both butter AND strawberries are room temp. Otherwise, you end up with chunky butter, instead of whipped;-) Also, I used confectioners sugar. Made it all that more decadent!
DENISE WESELY says
Absolutely delicious looking! I don’t have any strawberries on hand, but I do have some peach mango jam that I absolutely love. I have to try making it with this jam! Cannot wait to spread it on hot from the oven biscuits tonight! Thank you so much for sharing.
RAMONA CAUDILL says
how long can strawberry be kept in refrig before using. sounds delic and i plan on making some.
Kay Lewis says
Do you put it in glass jars and how love does it keep in the fridge?
Mary says
I typically store it in a large glass jar or any other airtight container with a lid. It will keep nicely for at least a week, although we typically use it faster than that. Enjoy!
Muriel Hamby says
Can’t wait to try this
Rita Turner says
Do you use “raw honey” or any kind of honey?
Mary says
Any honey will work.
Maritza Perez says
I want to avoid butter since I have high blood pressure. I was wondering if you can tell me a butter substitution. Can I make this with greek yogurt?
Mary says
I’m sure that yogurt blended with berries would be delicious, but it won’t be spreadable like butter.
Tina says
Cream cheese would make a good butter substitute.
Jessica says
You can try earth balance a vegan butter or any other vegan butter, not sure how much different the taste or texture will be but just a suggestion 🙂
Roxanne says
My butter whipped but when I added the strawberries it got clumpy and wasn’t creamy like yours. Any suggestions?
Mary says
Mine gets clumpy before it comes together. The honey helps smooth it out as well. Hopefully, yours came together as well.
Debbie says
How long will this last in the refrigerator before spoiling?
Mary says
It will keep nicely for at least a week, although we typically use it faster than that. Enjoy!
Connie says
Do you keep in fridge and how long does it keep? Looks delicious.
Mary says
It will keep nicely for at least a week, although we typically use it faster than that. Enjoy!
Norma says
How long is it good for in the fridge??
Mary says
It will keep nicely for at least a week, although we typically use it faster than that. Enjoy!
Betty says
How would it work to add the honey first and mix well and then the strawberries
Mary says
It should work just fine either way.
Mary says
Wonderful taste with this recipe. I used unsalted butter and added one quarter teaspoon of vanilla. Really, really delicious.