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Spiced Pumpkin Butter
Lisa

Spiced Pumpkin Butter

Warm spices of fall, the creamy texture, with just the right amount of sweetness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course: condiment, dip, gluten free, vegan
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Cups Pureed Pumpkin
  • 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Apple Sauce
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 Cup Real Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 tsp Real Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 Pinch Ground Clove
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
  • 1 Pinch Salt

Method
 

  1. Combine all the ingredients into a deep medium size sauce pan.
  2. Bring to boil and turn down heat to a simmer.
  3. Stir frequently while simmering.
  4. Cook for 30 to 40 minutes, or until your desired consistency.
  5. Once the pumpkin butter is to the thickness you desire, allow it to cool before transferring to a airtight container.
  6. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or store in the freezer for up to a year.

Notes

Helpful tips
The total cooking time can vary depending on how watery the pumpkin puree was at the start and how thick you would like the pumpkin butter. Also the butter will thicken as the butter cools, and once it is placed in the refrigerator.
 
Ways to enjoy your Spiced Pumpkin Butter
  • Spread onto toast
  • Mix it into oatmeal
  • Try on top of pancakes
  • Bake it into cookies or cakes
  • On top of waffles
  • Top your yogurt
  • Smear on a bagel
  • Enjoy it on top of ice cream
  • Add it to your smoothies
  • Serve as a fruit or cracker dip