Wash and pit the cherries before chopping them finely.

Let the unsalted butter sit at room temperature until it’s soft.

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped cherries, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Using a fork or electric mixer, mash the ingredients together until they are well blended.

Sample your cherry butter and adjust sweetness if needed.

Use a spatula to transfer the cherry butter into a storage jar.

Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least one hour.

Spread your cherry butter on toast, pancakes, or use it as a filling for pastries.