This Jalapeno Honey Butter is a quick and easy spread, perfect for toast or drizzled-over vegetables. Combine and whip all the ingredients, and you'll have a delicious condiment ready to enjoy!
This jalapeno butter sauce is a versatile condiment that adds a spicy kick to any dish.
I love to drizzle it over grilled chicken or steak for a flavorful glaze(like this hot honey sauce) or spread it on sandwiches. You can even emulsify it with lemon juice for a quick and easy salad dressing.
Whether you're craving something spicy or savory, this jalapeno butter is the perfect condiment to enjoy year-round.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
⭐️Quick & easy recipe with simple ingredients.
⭐️Packed with rich flavors and stores well.
⭐️Deliciously creamy.
Ingredients
- Jalapeno: The heat of the jalapeños is concentrated in the seeds and the white membrane. Remove the seeds and white membrane; add them later to suit your taste.
- Honey. Honey brings a beautiful sweetness to the butter and helps balance out the heat from the jalapenos.
- Butter. I've used unsalted butter in this recipe. If you are using salted butter, adjust the salt in this recipe.
How To Make Jalapeno Honey Butter?
- In a mixing bowl, add the softened butter.
- Add in the finely chopped jalapeno peppers and salt.
- Stir in the honey.
- Whisk the ingredients until well combined, and transfer to a serving bowl.
♨️How To Adjust The Heat?
The jalapeño butter has a gentle heat. We have removed the seeds and white membrane of the jalapeno peppers, where most of the heat comes from.
If you'd like to reduce the heat further, you can simply adjust the amount of jalapeño you use.
If you're unsure about the level of heat you want, reserve the seeds and add them in small quantities until you achieve your preferred level of spiciness.
It's always better to start with less and add more as needed.
How To Use?
This jalapeño butter sauce is incredibly versatile. It can be used as a base for various condiments or a delightful addition to many other recipes.
- Grilled Vegetables: Slather it over steamed or grilled vegetables like corn, zucchini, peppers, potatoes, roasted sweet potatoes, or any other vegetables you choose.
- Meat: This spicy butter is excellent with barbecue or grilled meat.
- Toast: Are you looking for a spicy variation on your usual breakfast? This jalapeño honey butter could meet your expectations. Spread it over toast and enjoy.
- Pancakes/waffles: Add a dollop of jalapeño honey butter to your waffles or pancakes(like this apple pie protein pancake or this eggless pancakes) for a special treat.
Storage & Reheating
You can use leftover jalapeño butter to make grilled corn on the cob, roasted veggies, popcorn(like this Jalapeno Popcorn), or a topping for various dishes.
Leftover butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to three months for longer storage.
When ready to use, thaw it by placing it in the refrigerator overnight or in a bowl of cold water until softened.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Finely chop the jalapeños to ensure an even heat distribution and flavor throughout the butter.
- Use softened butter for a light and creamy texture, making it easier to blend the ingredients smoothly.
- To use later, shape jalapeno butter into a log using plastic wrap for easy slicing.
FAQ
Yes, you can. Adjust the salt in this recipe or skip it entirely to avoid over-salting.
Absolutely. This jalapeno honey butter recipe is freezer-friendly. It can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. Make sure to wrap it tightly and store it in a freezer-safe container.
The seeds and white membrane of the jalapeño hold most of the heat. Removing them can significantly reduce the heat of this dish.
Yes. The main idea of this jalapeno honey butter recipe is to infuse the butter with jalapeño flavors, whether it's fresh, roasted, or pickled jalapeños. Just note that each variation will slightly affect the taste of the butter.
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Jalapeno Honey Butter
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 jalapeno peppers seeds and membranes removed, finely chopped
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add the softened butter.
- Add the finely chopped jalapeno peppers, honey, and salt.
- Using a whisk, mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste the jalapeno honey butter and adjust the salt if needed.
- Transfer the butter mixture to a small serving bowl
- Serve the jalapeno honey butter at room temperature with bread or rolls.
Notes
- To adjust the heat level, remove the seeds and membranes of the jalapeños, or reserve them to add gradually for desired spiciness.
- To use later, shape jalapeno butter into a log using plastic wrap for easy slicing.
- Leftover jalapeno butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to three months for longer freshness.
Cathleen says
Why haven't I thought of this?? This looks amazing, I am so excited to make this for my dad when he visits because he is a huge fan of jalapenos.
Gianne says
the honey's sweetness perfectly complemented the jalapenos' mild heat, creating an irresistible spread for my morning toast. This recipe is now a staple in my kitchen, adding a fun twist to my everyday meals.