Vanilla Butter For Pancakes (Diabetic)
"A nice flavored butter for use on pancakes, French toast, bagels, or waffles."
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (21.3 g)
- Calories 106.4
- Total Fat - 11.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 7.3 g
- Cholesterol - 30.5 mg
- Sodium - 2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 1.2 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.3 g
- Sugars - 0.7 g
- Protein - 0.2 g
- Calcium - 9 mg
- Iron - 0.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.8 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Allow the butter to soften at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Step 2
Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape the "meat" from inside the bean.
Step 3
Combine the butter with the vanilla "meat", Splenda, and cinnamon. Mix well.
Step 4
Shape the butter into a small stick and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Chill in refrigerator.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Be sure to use unsalted butter for this recipe to avoid an overly salty flavor.
- If you don't have a vanilla bean, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Substitute coconut oil for the butter: Coconut oil is a great alternative for those on a diabetic diet as it has a lower glycemic index than butter. This substitution will help to keep blood sugar levels stable.
- Substitute stevia for the Splenda: Stevia is a natural sweetener that has zero calories and does not raise blood sugar levels. This substitution will help to keep blood sugar levels stable while still providing a sweet flavor.
Coconut Vanilla Butter Combine the butter with the vanilla “meat”, Splenda, cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of shredded coconut. Mix well. Shape the butter into a small stick and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Chill in refrigerator.
Banana Pancakes with Vanilla Butter - These pancakes are a great way to enjoy the delicious combination of banana and vanilla butter. The sweetness of the banana is balanced perfectly with the subtle sweetness of the vanilla butter, making it a great breakfast or brunch dish for diabetics.
Oven-Baked Bacon: Oven-baked bacon is a great accompaniment to the banana pancakes. It is low in fat, high in protein, and provides a salty, smoky flavor that pairs well with the sweetness of the pancakes. Plus, it's easy to make and can be cooked in advance, making it a great time-saving option for busy mornings.
FAQ
Q: How long will the Vanilla Butter last in the refrigerator?
A: The Vanilla Butter should last up to 1 month in the refrigerator when stored properly. To ensure it lasts, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in an airtight container.
Q: How do I store Vanilla Butter?
A: Vanilla Butter should be stored in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap to keep it fresh. Place the container or wrapped butter in the refrigerator and it should last up to 1 month.
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Fun facts:
The use of vanilla beans in baking dates back to the 16th century, when Spanish conquistadors brought the beans back from Mexico.
Splenda was created in the 1970s by scientists at the Tate & Lyle company, and was made available to the public in the late 1990s.