🍊 Bright Citrus Honey Butter (or “Sunshine Spread”)

Here’s a fresh, vibrant spread that tastes like sunshine in a jar ☀️🍊
🍊 Bright Citrus Honey Butter (“Sunshine Spread”)
🧈 Ingredients
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2–3 tbsp honey (adjust to taste)
Zest of 1 orange 🍊
1–2 tsp fresh orange juice
Pinch of salt
Optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract or a tiny pinch of cinnamon
🥄 Instructions
In a bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
Add honey and mix until fully incorporated.
Stir in orange zest, orange juice, and salt.
Add vanilla or cinnamon if using.
Whip until light and fluffy.
❄️ Chill (Optional)
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes if you want a firmer, spreadable texture.
🍞 Serving Ideas
Spread on warm toast, pancakes, waffles, or muffins
Melt over sweet potatoes or roasted carrots
Add a dollop to oatmeal or cornbread
✨ Tips
Use fresh orange zest for the brightest flavor
Let butter sit at room temp before mixing (no microwaving—keeps texture perfect)
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week
If you want, I can suggest variations like lemon-honey butter or spiced winter versions too 🍋