Slow Cooker Strawberry Butter Recipe

Introduction

This Slow Cooker Strawberry Butter is a luscious, naturally sweet spread made from fresh strawberries and a touch of honey. It’s perfect for toast, pancakes, or as a delightful addition to desserts, with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds fresh strawberries (stem removed)
• 1/3 cup honey
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• pinch of salt
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the strawberries, honey, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt into a slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2. Step 2: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and darkens in color.
3. Step 3: Remove the lid and blend the mixture with an immersion blender until smooth, or carefully transfer to a blender in batches.
4. Step 4: Continue cooking uncovered on low for another 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until thick and spreadable.
5. Step 5: Stir in the vanilla extract at the end of cooking.
6. Step 6: Let cool slightly, then transfer to a sterilized jar.
7. Step 7: Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.

Tips & Variations

• For a tangier flavor, add a bit more lemon juice or substitute lemon with lime juice.
• Use organic honey for a richer taste and natural sweetness.
• If you prefer chunky strawberry butter, blend only half of the mixture and leave the rest as is.
• Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a subtle warm spice note.

Storage

Store your strawberry butter in an airtight sterilized jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For longer preservation, freeze it in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before using and stir well to restore its spreadable texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?

Yes, frozen strawberries can be used. Thaw them first and drain any excess liquid for best results. The cooking time may be slightly shorter since frozen strawberries release more liquid.

Is this recipe suitable for canning?

This recipe is designed for refrigerator storage and freezing. If you want to can it, follow proper canning guidelines and use approved pectin recipes to ensure safety.

Slow Cooker Strawberry Butter Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Strawberry Butter is a luscious, naturally sweetened spread made from fresh strawberries, honey, and a touch of sugar, slowly cooked to develop rich flavors and a smooth, spreadable texture. Perfect for toast, pancakes, or as a topping for desserts, this easy recipe requires minimal hands-on time and yields a delicious, homemade strawberry butter.

• Author: Nora
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 7 to 9 hours
• Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes to 9 hours 10 minutes
• Yield: About 3 cups of strawberry butter 1x
• Category: Condiments
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 3 pounds fresh strawberries, stem removed
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Pinch of salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: Place the fresh strawberries, honey, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt into a slow cooker. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
2. Initial Slow Cooking: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook the mixture for 6 to 7 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. You’ll notice the mixture thickening and the color darkening as it cooks.
3. Blend the Mixture: Once thickened, remove the lid and use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the strawberry mixture in batches to a regular blender and blend until smooth.
4. Continue Slow Cooking: Return the mixture to the slow cooker if you used a blender. Cook uncovered on low for an additional 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. This will further thicken the strawberry butter to a spreadable consistency.
5. Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract once the strawberry butter has reached the desired thickness to enhance the overall flavor.
6. Cool and Store: Allow the strawberry butter to cool slightly before transferring it to a sterilized jar. Seal and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

• Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
• Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent the mixture from burning or sticking to the slow cooker.
• Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey and sugar according to your taste.
• Sterilize jars properly to ensure longer shelf life when storing the strawberry butter.
• Freeze in small portions for easy thawing and use.
• The consistency will thicken further as it cools, so slightly thinner spreads are expected right after cooking.

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