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If peanut butter and honey had a cultured, slightly nutty cousin who wore a beret and always brought snacks to the party, it would be tahini honey butter. This spread takes the silky, sesame-forward richness of tahini, softens it with butter, and brightens it with honey — creating something that’s creamy, slightly savory, and perfectly sweet. It’s comfort food with a grown-up twist, and it plays well with everything from toast to roast vegetables. Welcome to the simplest upgrade your pantry has seen all year.

Why tahini + butter + honey works:

Tahini brings deep, earthy sesame notes and a satiny texture. Unlike many nut butters, tahini has a subtle bitterness that keeps things interesting.
Butter adds richness and a luxurious mouthfeel. Here you can use salted or unsalted depending on how much of a savory edge you want.
Honey ties it together with floral sweetness and a sticky stretchiness that makes every bite feel celebratory.

Together they form a harmoniously balanced spread: sweet but not cloying, savory with a slight tang, and indulgent without being heavy. It’s also forgiving — easy to tweak to suit your taste.

Variations to make it your own:

Spiced Tahini Honey Butter: Add 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and a pinch of cardamom or a few grinds of black pepper for a warm, aromatic version.
Citrus Tahini Honey Butter: Add 1/2 teaspoon orange zest or a teaspoon of lemon juice for bright, tangy notes that cut the richness.
Maple Tahini Butter: Swap honey for pure maple syrup for a deeper, woodsy sweetness (works beautifully with roasted root vegetables).
Savory Tahini Butter: Reduce honey to 1 tablespoon and stir in 1 tablespoon miso paste for umami depth — great on steamed greens or grilled fish.
Vegan Option: Use vegan butter or coconut oil in place of butter and maple syrup instead of honey.

Ways to use it (prepare to have a small religious experience):

Toast topper: Classic, obviously. Spread on multigrain toast and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or flaky sea salt.
Fruit dip: Sliced apples, pears, bananas, or figs become instant VIPs when dunked in tahini honey butter.
Pancake/waffle spread: Warm it slightly and drizzle over pancakes or waffles for a decadent brunch treat.
Yogurt swirl: Stir a spoonful into plain Greek or plant-based yogurt for breakfast that tastes like dessert but is actually nutritious.
Dollop on oatmeal: Swirl into hot oats with chopped nuts and a pinch of cinnamon.
Sandwich spread: Use as a riff on PB&J (try it with fig jam) or pair with sliced turkey and arugula for a gourmet lunch.
Veggie enhancer: Melt a scoop into roasted carrots, sweet potatoes, or cauliflower — the sesame and honey create gorgeous caramelization and complexity.
Baking add-in: Use in cookies, thumbprint bars, or as a swirl in brownies or muffins for nutty-sweet pockets of goodness.

Storage and tips:

If your tahini separated (oil on top), stir well before measuring. Smooth, well-stirred tahini mixes most easily.
For a firmer texture, refrigerate; for spreadable delight, let sit at room temperature for 10–20 minutes before using.
Adjust the honey to your sweetness preference. Start modestly — tahini’s bitterness balances sweetness well, so you don’t need a lot.
Use high-quality honey: its flavor will shine through. Wildflower, orange blossom, or clover all work differently — try a few.

The Skinny Fork finishing thought Tahini honey butter is one of those small, brilliant inventions that proves healthy-minded cooking doesn’t have to be austere. It’s rich but balanced, adaptable,

Tahini Honey Butter

Yield: 8

Author: The Skinny Fork (Amanda Plott)

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

This spread takes the silky, sesame-forward richness of tahini, softens it with butter, and brightens it with honey — creating something that’s creamy, slightly savory, and perfectly sweet.

Ingredients

4 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter, Softened
2 Tbsp. Tahini
2 Tbsp. Honey
Salt Flake

Instructions

Place the 4 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter, 2 Tbsp. Tahini, and 2 Tbsp. Honey into a small bowl to mix together.
Enjoy right away in place of regular butter on toast or warmed pita with some added flakes of salt.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

97

Fat (grams)

9 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

5 g

Carbs (grams)

5 g

Fiber (grams)

0 g

Net carbs

5 g

Sugar (grams)

4 g

Protein (grams)

1 g

Sodium (milligrams)

3 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

15 mg

Nutritional Claims: Low Carb • Low Sodium • Low Potassium • Kidney Friendly • Keto Friendly • Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Gluten Free • Wheat Free • Egg Free • Peanut Free • Tree Nut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free •Alcohol Free • Kosher • Benessere