This homemade pumpkin butter recipe is a delightful spread perfect for fall and Thanksgiving. Made with pureed pumpkin, spices, and sweeteners, it captures the essence of the season in every jar.
It’s easy to make and can be enjoyed on toast, pancakes, or as a filling for pastries. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree and adds a festive touch to your holiday table.
Easy Pumpkin Butter Recipe
This pumpkin butter is a smooth and spiced spread made with pumpkin puree, sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields approximately 2 cups of pumpkin butter.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, apple cider, and spices. Stir well to combine.
- Cook the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
- Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon juice and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let the pumpkin butter cool. Transfer to sterilized jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 16 servings (2 tablespoons each)
- Calories: 60kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
