Maple Toasted Pecan Butter

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Bring a touch of cozy sweetness to your table with this Maple Toasted Pecan Butter—a rich, creamy, and irresistibly flavorful twist on classic butter. Made with real butter, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup, this spread is the perfect balance of nutty and sweet. It’s delicious melted over pancakes, spread on warm biscuits, or slathered on a slice of fresh bread straight from the oven. Simple to make and absolutely decadent, this homemade flavored butter adds a special touch to any breakfast, brunch, or holiday meal.

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Why You’ll Love This Maple Toasted Pecan Butter

This butter is pure comfort in every bite. The toasted pecans add a deep, nutty flavor, while the maple syrup brings just the right touch of sweetness. It’s fancy enough for a holiday brunch but simple enough to make any day of the week feel special. Plus, it takes only a few minutes to whip up—and you can easily double the batch to share or store for later.

This maple toasted pecan butter is one of my family’s favorites to use on my freshly milled waffles! It’s such a simple recipe, but I have found it to be great for snacking, to bring to a get together or to put out for a special holiday or event! I have been asked many times for this recipe, so here it is!

Ingredients Needed

For this delicious Maple Toasted Pecan Butter, you only need a few ingredients that I usually keep on hand in my kitchen at all times. Just in case you need to make a trip to the store, here is what you need for this quick, easy, and delicious recipe.

1. Butter
2. Pecan Pieces (I sourced mine from Azure Standard)
3. Maple Syrup
4. Salt (I used pink Himalayan Salt)
5. Cinnamon

Equipment Needed

For this garlic herb butter, you really don’t need any special equipment. I used a garlic press, but could have used a knife to dice it.

• A small bowl
• A fork
• A small pan

Making the Maple Toasted Pecan Butter Recipe

Step 1: Toast the pecans: Place them in a pan that’s on medium to high heat and sauté them for about 5-7 minutes, until fragrant. Or Spread them on a baking sheet and toast at 350°F (175°C) for about 5–7 minutes, until fragrant. Let them cool slightly.

Step 2: Start to Combine Ingredients: Place the butter into a small bowl, add in your maple syrup.

Step 3: Add in a pinch of salt.

Step 4: Add in Cinnamon

Step 5: Mix: Crush butter with fork to combine.

Step 6: Add Toasted Pecans

Health Benefits of Butter

Before we get any further, I do want to say that butter gets a bad reputation, but it is actually healthy for you when you purchase real grass-fed butter! Healthline.com has a whole article about the health benefits of real butter!

My main takeaways from the article are:

1. Grass-fed butter is made from the milk of cows that graze on pasture or are fed fresh grass.
2. Grass-fed butter is higher in many nutrients than butter from cows fed processed, grain-based feeds or conserved grass.
3. Butter is a rich source of several vitamins — especially fat-soluble ones.
4. The following vitamins are found in high amounts in butter:
   • Vitamin A. It’s the most abundant vitamin in butter. One tablespoon (14 grams) provides about 11% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) (2Trusted Source).
   • Vitamin D. Butter is a good source of vitamin D.
   • Vitamin E. A powerful antioxidant, vitamin E is often found in fatty foods.
   • Vitamin B12. Also called cobalamin, vitamin B12 is only found in foods of animal or bacterial origin, such as eggs, meat, dairy products, and fermented food.
   • Vitamin K2. A form of vitamin K, this vitamin — also called menaquinone — may protect against heart disease and osteoporosis (13Trusted Source, 14Trusted Source, 15Trusted Source).

Uses for Maple Toasted Pecan Butter

You might be thinking this is a great idea for a slice of warm bread, but what else could I do with this? Why would I want to make this? Because it’s really versatile! Below is a list of a variety of ways to use maple toasted pecan butter!

Breakfast favorites:

• Spread on warm biscuits, toast, or English muffins for a sweet, nutty start to the day.
• Melt over pancakes, waffles, or French toast instead of syrup for a rich, buttery glaze.
• Swirl a spoonful into hot oatmeal or cream of wheat for extra flavor and texture.

Baked goods:

• Use as a topping for freshly baked muffins or scones.
• Add a pat to banana bread or pumpkin bread slices for a cozy, fall-inspired treat.
• Spread on cornbread for a sweet-and-savory twist.

Sides and veggies:

• Melt over roasted sweet potatoes or carrots for a caramelized, maple-nut finish.
• Toss with steamed green beans or Brussels sprouts for a hint of sweetness.
• Brush on grilled corn on the cob for a buttery, crunchy topping.

Main dishes:

• Finish grilled chicken or pork chops with a small pat for a glossy, flavorful glaze.
• Add to baked salmon for a sweet, nutty crust.

Entertaining & extras:

• Serve with a bread basket at brunch or holiday dinners.
• Roll into a log, chill, and slice into rounds for a beautiful table presentation.
• Pair with cheese boards—it’s amazing with sharp cheddar or brie!

How to Store It

Keep your flavored butter in an airtight container or glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. If you want to make a larger batch, you can freeze it for up to 3 months—just slice off what you need and let it soften before using.

Tips & Variations

• Try adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy, spiced version.
• Swap pecans for walnuts or hazelnuts if you prefer a different flavor.
• For a savory twist, skip the maple syrup and add a little honey and sea salt instead.

How ever you use this yummy butter be sure to let me know in the comments below! Or tag us in your next social media post @HomeSchoolFreebiesandGiveaways

Tyla Beane

Maple Toasted Pecan Butter

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Bring a touch of cozy sweetness to your table with this Maple Toasted Pecan Butter—a rich, creamy, and irresistibly flavorful twist on classic butter. Made with real butter, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup, this spread is the perfect balance of nutty and sweet. It’s delicious melted over pancakes, spread on warm biscuits, or slathered on a slice of fresh bread straight from the oven. Simple to make and absolutely decadent, this homemade flavored butter adds a special touch to any breakfast, brunch, or holiday meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1/4 Cup Butter (unsalted) Room Temperature
• 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1/4 Teaspoon Cinnamon

Equipment

• 1 Small Bowl
• 1 Small Pan
• 1 Fork

Method

 

1. Toast the pecans: Place them in a pan that’s on medium to high heat and sauté them for about 5-7 minutes, until fragrant. Or Spread them on a baking sheet and toast at 350°F (175°C) for about 5–7 minutes, until fragrant. Let them cool slightly.
2. Start to Combine Ingredients: Place the room temperature butter into a small bowl, add in your maple syrup.
3. Add in a pinch of salt.
4. Add in Cinnamon
5. Mix: Crush butter with fork to combine.
6. Add Toasted Pecans

Notes

**To Store – Keep your flavored butter in an airtight container or glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. If you want to make a larger batch, you can freeze it for up to 3 months—just slice off what you need and let it soften before using.

**Tips and Variations:

• Try adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy, spiced version.
• Swap pecans for walnuts or hazelnuts if you prefer a different flavor.
• For a savory twist, skip the maple syrup and add a little honey and sea salt instead.

Always Learning and Always Growing! Happy Homeschooling!

Tyla