Description
Easy Rhubarb Butter is a delightful, sweet-tart fruit spread that brings a refreshing twist to breakfast and snacks. This homemade spread combines the vibrant flavors of fresh rhubarb with sugar and a hint of lemon, making it the perfect accompaniment for toast, muffins, or even enjoyed straight from the jar. Its unique taste elevates any meal while celebrating the best of spring produce. Ideal for brunches, holiday gifts, or simply as an everyday treat, this Rhubarb Butter is both easy to make and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh rhubarb (about 4 cups sliced)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Rinse rhubarb and trim ends; slice into 1-inch pieces.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine rhubarb, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Stir.
- Cook over medium heat until rhubarb releases juice (about 15-20 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth in a blender or food processor.
- Return puree to pot; boil then simmer for another 20 minutes until thickened.
- Transfer to a glass jar; cool before sealing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg