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Pumpkin Butter

A rich and spiced pumpkin butter perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, spread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Butter Ingredients
  • 2 cups pumpkin puree canned or homemade
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Method
 

Cooking the Pumpkin Butter
  1. In a saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
  2. Stir in apple cider and lemon juice until well combined.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 45-60 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Blend the mixture for a smoother texture if desired.
  6. Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Pumpkin butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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