Description
Organic pumpkin butter is a simple and tasty spread to make. It combines pumpkin puree, apple juice, and natural sweeteners with spices. This mix comes together in under an hour.
Ingredients
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Organic Pumpkin Puree: 2 cups
- You can use canned pumpkin puree or make your own by roasting and pureeing a sugar pumpkin.
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Organic Apple Juice: 1 cup
- Make sure it's unsweetened to keep the sugar content low.
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Organic Maple Syrup: 1/2 cup
- This provides natural sweetness and a distinct flavor.
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Ground Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
- Adds warm spice and aroma.
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Ground Nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
- Contributes to the classic pumpkin spice flavor.
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Ground Ginger: 1/2 teaspoon
- Gives a slight zing and additional depth to the pumpkin butter.
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Ground Cloves: 1/4 teaspoon
- Offers a robust spice note, so use sparingly.
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Salt: A pinch
- Balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients:
- Measure out all your ingredients using measuring cups and spoons. This helps to ensure accuracy and makes the cooking process smoother.
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the 2 cups of organic pumpkin puree, 1 cup of organic apple juice, and 1/2 cup of organic maple syrup.
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Add Spices:
- Add the 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves into the saucepan.
- Finally, add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
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Stir the Mixture:
- Using a wooden spoon or spatula, stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined. Make sure there are no lumps of pumpkin puree.
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Heat the Mixture:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture begins to bubble gently.
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Reduce the Heat:
- Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to low. This will allow the pumpkin butter to simmer without burning.
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Simmer:
- Let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 30 to 45 minutes. Stir it occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan. As it simmers, the mixture will thicken.
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Check Consistency:
- After about 30 minutes, check the consistency. If you’d like it thicker, continue simmering for another 10–15 minutes. The pumpkin butter is ready when it’s spreadable and has a thick, rich consistency.
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Taste and Adjust:
- Taste your pumpkin butter and adjust sweetness or spices according to your preference. You can add a bit more maple syrup for sweetness or additional spices for more flavor.
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Blend (Optional):
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender and puree it until smooth.
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Cool Down:
- Remove the pot from the heat and allow the pumpkin butter to cool in the saucepan for a few minutes.
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Store:
- Once cooled, transfer the pumpkin butter into sterilized jars or airtight containers. Seal them tightly.
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Refrigerate:
- Store your organic pumpkin butter in the refrigerator. It should last for about 1 to 2 weeks. You can also freeze it for longer storage.
Serving Suggestions
- Use pumpkin butter as a spread on toast, bagels, or pancakes.
- Incorporate it into oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies for added flavor.
- Serve as a filling in pastries or desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 - 45 minutes