Pumpkin Butter
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this homemade pumpkin butter. This silky-smooth spread combines rich pumpkin puree with warm spices, creating a delightful experience that transforms your breakfast or snack into something extraordinary. Perfect for toast, pancakes, or as a thoughtful gift, this seasonal favorite will fill your kitchen with inviting aromas and keep you dreaming of autumn long after the leaves have fallen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings (1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine pumpkin puree and warm until fragrant.
- Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Stir until combined.
- Simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and glossy.
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and lemon juice.
- Allow to cool before transferring to sterilized jars. Refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg