Pumpkin Butter: Sweet, Spiced & Simple

This easy Pumpkin Butter recipe is a rich, spiced spread perfect for toast, pancakes, or adding a seasonal touch to your favorite treats.

Made with real pumpkin, warm spices and a hint of sweetness, this Pumpkin Butter is not only versatile but also incredibly simple to make at home.

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Spread it on bread, swirl it into oatmeal, or use it as a delicious fall-inspired topping for desserts!

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What is Pumpkin Butter Used For

Pumpkin butter is often used as a spread on toast, muffins, or biscuits.

It can also be stirred into oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies, used as a topping for pancakes and waffles, or even as a filling for pastries and desserts.

Some people use it as an ingredient in baking or to flavor sauces and marinades.

What Does Pumpkin Butter Taste Like

Pumpkin butter has a rich, sweet, and slightly spiced flavor.

It combines the natural earthiness of pumpkin with the warmth of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.

The texture is smooth and creamy, similar to apple butter, with a flavor profile that evokes fall desserts like pumpkin pie.

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It’s sweet but not overpowering, with a subtle tang from ingredients like apple cider or lemon juice.

Pumpkin Butter Ingredients

For the full ingredient measurements for this easy pumpkin butter, scroll on down to the recipe card.

• pumpkin puree
• apple juice
• fresh lemon juice
• pumpkin pie spice* 
• real maple syrup
• kosher salt

Note: If I don’t have pumpkin spice, make this easy homemade pumpkin spice.

How to Make Pumpkin Butter

Add all ingredients to a slow cooker and stir until well combined.

Cook on low for 4-5 hours, adjusting the time as needed for your desired thickness.

Stir occasionally for the best texture. Let cool slightly, then transfer to airtight glass containers.

Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

More Pumpkin Recipes

Discover more delicious pumpkin recipes to celebrate the flavors of fall!

• Pumpkin Spice Starbucks Copycat Recipe
• Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
• Simple Pumpkin Bread
• Easy Pumpkin Pancakes
• Mini Pumpkin Pies
• Pumpkin Muffin
• Spinach and Pumpkin Rice Casserole

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