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Holiday Butter Board Ideas: Festive, Creamy, Crowd-Pleasing Spreads for Every Celebration


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  • Author: Ava Parker
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 6–8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive holiday butter board featuring whipped flavored butters, seasonal toppings, and spreads for an easy yet impressive appetizer.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • Crusty bread slices or crackers, for serving


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whip the softened butter with honey, cinnamon, and sea salt until light and fluffy.
  2. Spread the whipped butter onto a wooden board or serving platter.
  3. Sprinkle pomegranate arils, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, rosemary, and orange zest over the butter.
  4. Drizzle lightly with extra honey if desired.
  5. Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature butter for easier spreading.
  • Add flaky salt on top for added texture and flavor.
  • Try flavored variations like maple pecan, garlic herb, or cranberry orange.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate and bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American