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Slow Cooker Blueberry Butter Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Blueberry Butter is a luscious, naturally sweet spread made from fresh blueberries, light brown sugar, and warm spices. Perfect for breakfast toast, scones, or as a flavorful addition to desserts, this recipe uses slow cooking to develop deep, rich flavors with a smooth, velvety texture.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds fresh blueberries
  • 1 ½ cups light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add all the blueberries, light brown sugar, honey, lemon zest and juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a slow cooker and stir thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
  2. Cover and Cook on High: Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on the high setting for 1 hour to start breaking down the blueberries and sugar.
  3. Blend the Mixture: Transfer the cooked blueberry mixture into a blender and blend until smooth to achieve a consistent fruity base for the butter.
  4. Return to Slow Cooker: Pour the blended mixture back into the slow cooker to continue cooking and thickening.
  5. Evaporate Excess Liquid: Prop the lid slightly ajar with a wooden spoon to allow steam and excess liquid to escape, helping the butter thicken.
  6. Cook on Low: Continue cooking on the low setting for an additional 4 to 5 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking as the mixture thickens.
  7. Store: Once thickened to your desired consistency, ladle the blueberry butter into jars and refrigerate. It can be stored up to 2 months for optimal freshness.

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe blueberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Blending the mixture ensures a smooth and spreadable texture.
  • Proping the lid ajar allows evaporation, critical for thickening the butter.
  • Store in sterilized jars and refrigerate to maximize shelf life.
  • This blueberry butter pairs beautifully with toast, pancakes, or as a topping for yogurt and desserts.

Find it online: https://recipefeastful.com/slow-cooker-blueberry-butter-recipe/