Nectarine Spice Butter
A fruity and spiced spread perfect for toasts, pancakes, or a cheese platter, capturing the essence of summer.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups ripe nectarines, pitted and chopped
- 4 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep the nectarines: Wash the nectarines thoroughly, slice them in half, remove the pits, and chop into small pieces.
- Combine ingredients in a pot: In a large heavy-bottomed pot, mix the nectarines, sugar, lemon juice, butter, and cinnamon.
- Cook the mixture: Place the pot over medium heat, stirring frequently for about 30-40 minutes until it thickens.
- Check for consistency: Place a spoonful on a cold plate; if it holds shape, it’s ready.
- Jar the butter: Transfer the mixture into sterilized jars, leaving airspace at the top, and seal tightly.
Notes
Label each jar with the date to savor the summer memories all year long.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: nectarine, spice butter, summer recipe, fruit spread, homemade preserves