Pour in the honey and stir well. The honey adds a natural sweetness that complements the tangy cranberries and the bright, zesty orange. Be sure to use high-quality honey to enhance the overall flavor profile. Stir until the honey is fully incorporated into the butter mixture.
Grate the orange zest directly over the bowl to capture all the aromatic oils. The zest should be finely grated, as it will provide a fragrant burst of citrus flavor. Mix in the zest along with the kosher salt. The salt balances out the sweetness and tartness, rounding out the flavor and enhancing the overall taste.
Once all ingredients are thoroughly mixed, taste the spread and adjust if necessary. If you prefer a more intense orange flavor, you can add a little more zest. For a sweeter spread, add a touch more honey to suit your taste.
Transfer the Cranberry Butterfly to a serving dish or store it in an airtight container. You can refrigerate it for up to 1 week, and it can also be used straight from the fridge or allowed to soften slightly at room temperature for easier spreading.
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