Homemade Texas Roadhouse Butter is a simple, delicious copycat recipe that comes together in minutes and tastes just like the restaurant version. This cinnamon honey butter is versatile — perfect for rolls, biscuits, pancakes and more.
Why this Texas Roadhouse Butter Recipe is a Keeper
This version is quick, easy and flexible — a great homemade alternative to the restaurant spread.
- 5 Minute Prep: Ready in under five minutes from start to finish.
- Simple Ingredients: Only a handful of pantry staples are needed.
- Family Friendly: Kids and adults love the sweet cinnamon-honey flavor.
- Adaptable: Easily customize sweetness, cinnamon level or swap ingredients for dietary preferences.
- Keeps Well: Stores well in the refrigerator and can be frozen for longer storage.
What Brand/Grade of Butter is Best?
For best results use a quality unsalted butter so you can control the salt level. You can experiment with different types — regular, whipped, or plant-based alternatives for a vegan version. Use room temperature butter to achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
Ingredient Notes for Copycat Texas Roadhouse Butter
Keep the ingredient list short and straightforward.
- Butter: Unsalted and softened to room temperature. If you use salted butter, reduce or omit added salt.
- Powdered Sugar: Adds smooth sweetness without graininess; avoid granulated sugar to keep the spread silky.
- Honey: Any mild honey works; local honey adds subtle floral notes.
- Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon provides the signature warm flavor. Adjust to taste.
See the recipe card below for exact measurements and nutritional information.
Variations and Substitutions for Cinnamon Butter
- Vegan: Use a plant-based butter and swap honey for maple syrup.
- Less Sweet: Reduce powdered sugar or use a sugar-free honey substitute to cut sugar while retaining texture.
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for a more complex spice profile.
Special Equipment Needed for Cinnamon Honey Butter
- Mixer: A hand mixer or stand mixer makes it easy to whip the butter smooth and fluffy. You can also mix vigorously by hand if needed.
Creamy Butter Pro Tip
Always start with room temperature butter for the creamiest, most easily whipped cinnamon honey butter.
How to Make Texas Roadhouse Cinnamon Butter
This recipe comes together in one quick step: combine and whip.
Below is a concise method; follow the recipe card for exact measurements.
1. Combine Ingredients to Make Cinnamon Butter
Place softened butter, salt, powdered sugar, honey and cinnamon in a mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat until fully combined and fluffy. Transfer to a small serving bowl and refrigerate until set. Bring to room temperature briefly before serving so it’s easily spreadable.
Texas Roadhouse Copycat Recipe FAQs
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Let it sit at room temperature a few minutes before serving so it’s easy to spread.
Yes. Wrap portions in wax paper or plastic wrap and freeze. Thaw in the refrigerator then bring to room temperature before serving.
Serve on warm rolls, biscuits, pancakes, French toast, sweet potatoes, banana bread and any fresh bread or roll.
When refrigerated in an airtight container, it will keep for about a week. For longer storage, freeze as noted above.
Avoid microwaving — high heat can cause the mixture to separate. Instead, let it soften gently at room temperature if needed.
Expert Tips for Making This Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe
Small details make a big difference — use these tips for best results.
- Double or halve easily: Scale ingredients proportionally to make more or less.
- Gluten free: The spread itself is naturally gluten free; verify any add-ins or serving items if needed.
- Adjust sweetness: Reduce powdered sugar or honey to suit your taste.
- Soft butter: Room temperature butter blends most smoothly and whips up light and fluffy.
What to Serve with Texas Roadhouse Cinnamon Honey Butter
- Warm biscuits or dinner rolls
- Pancakes, waffles or French toast
- Sweet breads like banana or pumpkin bread
- Roasted sweet potatoes or glazed carrots
Texas Roadhouse Butter
Equipment
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Measuring Spoons
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Mixing Bowl
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Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
Ingredients
- ½ cup Butter, softened
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
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Place the softened butter, salt, powdered sugar, honey and cinnamon in a mixing bowl. Beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light, smooth and fully incorporated, about 1–2 minutes. Transfer to a small serving bowl, chill if desired, and bring to room temperature a few minutes before serving for easy spreading.
Notes
- Double this Recipe: Increase ingredients proportionally if making a larger batch and store in multiple containers.
- Gluten Free: The butter itself is gluten free; verify serving items if needed.
- Low Sugar: Reduce powdered sugar or use a sugar-free substitute to lower sweetness.
- Room Temperature Butter: Always use softened butter for the best texture.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates:8 g
Fat:11 g
Sugar:7 g