How to Make Pumpkin Butter Using Canned Pumpkin

I had always assumed that making my own pumpkin butter would be similar to making my own apple butter – pretty easy for the most part, but an all-day wait for it to be ready. And it probably would take all day if we were using fresh pumpkin in this easy homemade Pumpkin Butter, but we’re not.

Using canned pumpkin cuts the prep time by more than half, and you’ll quickly be enjoying this rich, velvety homemade Pumpkin Butter that’s just bursting with fall flavors.

Is Pumpkin Butter healthy?

Pumpkin Butter falls under the “healthy-ish” category for me. It’s fat free, gluten free and vegan. It’s also high in fiber and many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. If you have an issue with dairy but still crave something with that satisfying creaminess, pumpkin butter may become your new best friend.

Pumpkin is super easy on the belly too. In fact, if any of our dogs ever get sick, the vet always recommends a dinner of pumpkin puree and rice to calm their bellies.

Pumpkin Butter does, however, contain some sugar. But if you’re okay with it, then so am I! Let’s get into how it’s made.

How to make Easy Homemade Pumpkin Butter

Here is what you’ll need to make this quick and delicious Pumpkin Butter:

• canned pumpkin
• apple cider
• brown sugar
• granulated sugar
• ground cinnamon
• ground cloves
• ground nutmeg
• ground allspice

It all comes together in only about 30 minutes on the stovetop. Of course, if you have more time, I would suggest allowing it to simmer longer so the flavors can develop even further. But it’s not necessary.

What to eat with Pumpkin Butter

Now that you’ve got a homemade batch of smooth, creamy Pumpkin Butter, what should you do with it? Here are some of my favorite ways to enjoy pumpkin butter:

• On a seasonal cheese board
• Stirred into a bourbon cocktail
• Spread on a simple piece of toast (challah is my favorite!)
• On my Pumpkin Burrata Toasts with Fig & Crispy Sage
• Tossed with ravioli or gnocchi

It’s super versatile and keeps for a while in the fridge. So get at it and make some Easy Homemade Pumpkin Butter using Canned Pumpkin!

And when you do, I’d love to hear about it. Drop a rating or leave a comment below. Enjoy!

For more pumpkin recipes, try these:

• Creamy Pumpkin Mac and Cheese with Cheddar & Lager Beer
• Bakery Style Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
• Pumpkin Pecan Ice Cream Pie

For more healthy-ish recipes, try these:

• Best Ever Cinnamon Zucchini Bread with Pecans
• Stovetop Chicken with Wild Rice & Mushrooms
• Healthy Banana Nut Muffins

How to Make Pumpkin Butter Using Canned Pumpkin

Quick and easy recipe for homemade pumpkin butter with cinnamon, nutmeg & clove

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Sauce

Cuisine American

Servings 3 cups

Ingredients

  

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• 2 cans pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup apple cider
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp. clove
• 1/8 tsp. allspice

Instructions

 

• Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, at least 30 minutes or up to one hour.

Keyword dairy free, easy, gluten free, low fat, vegetarian

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