Description
A tart and sweet rhubarb butter, perfect for spreading on toast, scones, muffins, or pancakes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh rhubarb, trimmed and choppedn1 cup granulated sugarn1/4 cup watern1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractn1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)n1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softenednPinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped rhubarb, sugar, and water.nBring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rhubarb is soft.nRemove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and ginger (if using). Let cool completely.nTransfer to a food processor and blend until smooth.nIn a large bowl, beat the softened butter until fluffy.nGradually add the rhubarb mixture to the butter, beating until well combined.nAdd a pinch of salt to taste.nTransfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg