Molasses Butter
Smooth and rich, molasses butter is a simple spread that brings a touch of Nova Scotia tradition to toast, soft rolls, or homemade bread.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 140kcal
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons or digital kitchen scale
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowl
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter softened
- ¼ cup molasses fancy (not blackstrap)
- ¼ teaspoon flaky salt
Instructions
- Use an electric mixer at high speed to whip the butter in a medium mixing bowl until pale and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the molasses and mix until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Sprinkle in the flaky salt. Switch to a spatula and fold in the salt by hand, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Transfer the molasses butter to an airtight container or jar and store at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- Molasses is messy! I highly recommend using a digital kitchen scale rather than measuring cups if you have one.
- Scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl as needed.
- Molasses butter can sometimes develop crystals. This is normal and delicious.
Storage
- Store molasses butter in an airtight container or jar at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 166mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 375IU | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg