This warm, comforting hot buttered prune juice recipe has been my family’s secret weapon for cold mornings and gentle digestive support. The combination of sweet prune juice, warming spices, and a touch of butter creates something truly special—it’s like a hug in a mug! My grandmother used to make this on chilly evenings, and now I share it with friends who can’t believe how delicious and soothing it is. If you’re looking for more quick breakfast ideas for busy mornings, you’ll love how this fits into your routine.
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Servings: 4
Everything you need to make this comforting hot buttered prune juice recipe with warming spices
Ingredients
Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings
- 4 cups pure prune juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger or ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey or to taste
- 4 teaspoons unsalted butter (1 teaspoon per serving)
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- 1 orange peel strip (optional, for extra warmth)
Directions
Pour prune juice into a medium saucepan. Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, grated ginger, and orange peel (if using). Place over medium heat.
Warm the juice gently, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 5-6 minutes to allow the spices to infuse. Don’t let it boil—you want it hot but not bubbling vigorously.
Gently simmering the prune juice with cinnamon, cloves, and ginger to create a soothing digestive drink
Remove from heat and stir in honey, adjusting sweetness to your preference. Use a fine-mesh strainer to pour the hot juice into mugs, removing the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange peel.
Top each mug with 1 teaspoon of butter and a light sprinkle of ground nutmeg. The butter will melt into the hot juice, creating a rich, silky texture. Serve immediately while steaming hot.
From Sophia’s Kitchen
Here’s what I’ve learned making this hot buttered prune juice recipe over the years: the key is gentle heat. If you boil it too hard, you’ll lose some of the delicate fruit sweetness. Also, don’t skip the butter—it sounds unusual, but it adds a velvety richness that makes this feel truly indulgent. I often make a double batch on Sunday evenings and store it in the fridge, then reheat individual servings throughout the week. Just remember to add fresh butter to each serving after reheating for the best experience.
This beverage is naturally supportive of digestive wellness thanks to the prunes, but it’s also just plain comforting. For more information about the traditional prune juice and butter constipation remedy, check out my detailed guide. I serve this to guests on cold nights, and they’re always surprised by how sophisticated something so simple can taste. If you enjoy wellness beverages, you might also love my detox cleansing tea recipes.