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Pumpkin butter is all of your favorite fall flavors in one spreadable and smooth mixture. Make a batch to spread on bagels or toast! Or, package it up and give it to friends and neighbors.

Another pumpkin flavored treat that you can spread on pancakes, waffles, or bagels! It also makes for a great neighbor gift with some cute printable gift tags attached.

Pumpkin butter in a glass jar
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Pumpkin spice + everything nice

Have you tried pumpkin butter before? It’s pretty much a fall must-have in our house!

I love every flavor in this pumpkin butter. It has all of the classic tastes of fall in one delicious spread. This butter is great for spreading on toast, bagels, pancakes, waffles, french toast, and more! Or just eat it by the spoon- we won’t judge!!

If you’re a pumpkin lover like me, you’re guaranteed to love this recipe. It’s really simple to whip up for the autumn season and keep in your fridge for all of your pumpkin butter needs. Or, you can make a big batch of it and gift it to friends, family, or neighbors. They will love you for it!

Homemade pumpkin butter in a pot on the stove

How to make Pumpkin Butter

Gather all of your ingredients:

  • pumpkin puree
  • apple juice
  • ground ginger
  • ground cloves
  • sugar
  • cinnamon
  • nutmeg

In a large saucepan, combine the pumpkin puree, apple juice, sugar and spices. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Use a wire whisk and stir it constantly. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 30 more minutes. Make sure to stir frequently.

If you want a smoother texture, place the butter in a blender. after it’s cooked and cooled a bit.

Store in a clean airtight container and keep it in the fridge. It will last in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

If you want more long term storage, you can seal it tightly and keep it in the freezer for 6-12 months. I recommend a plastic storage container since glass can break at extreme temperatures.

Pumpkin butter in a jar and spread on top of bagels

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5 from 11 votes

Pumpkin Butter Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Pumpkin butter is all of your favorite fall flavors in one spreadable and smooth mixture. Make a batch to spread on bagels or toast! Or, package it up and give it to friends and neighbors.
Servings: 32
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 29 oz can pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup apple juice
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions 

  • In a large saucepan combine pumpkin, juice, sugar and spices. Bring to a boil over high heat. Use a wire whisk and stir constantly.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 30 more minutes stirring frequently.
  • For a more smooth texture place the butter in a blender.
  • Store in a clean airtight container in the fridge. 

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal, Carbohydrates: 39g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 20mg, Potassium: 803mg, Fiber: 11g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 59942IU, Vitamin C: 16mg, Calcium: 102mg, Iron: 5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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12 Comments

  1. Ashley says:

    Can you can it and keep it on a shelf

  2. Maria Perez-Garcia says:

    Where’s the butter in this recipe?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      No butter, it acts as a butter 🙂

  3. Kristi says:

    5 stars
    This was really simple to make and delicious. I could eat it with a spoon.

  4. Rick says:

    Would this recipe work if i canned them using a water bath canning method

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I personally have not tried, so I am not 100% sure. I’d love to know if you try!

  5. Karen W says:

    About how many half-pints does a batch make?

  6. Natalie says:

    5 stars
    This pumpkin butter is seriously so creamy & good! We love it on toast!

  7. Amy L Huntley says:

    5 stars
    This Pumpkin Butter literally tastes amazing on EVERYTHING! It’s the Perfect Fall recipe!

  8. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    It takes no time what so ever to make this pumpkin butter. You can spread it on anything. Great taste!

  9. Joy says:

    5 stars
    This was super easy to make & tasted amazing!! It’s so good on toast or bagels!

  10. Sabrina says:

    5 stars
    have never thought to eat or even make this, thank you for the recipe and great timing for it too, basically pumpkin pie as a butter!