Nothing says fall flavors quite like a warm slice of toast topped with homemade pumpkin butter. This delicious spread is a cozy blend of pumpkin puree, apple juice, and warm spices that will instantly make your kitchen smell like the holidays.
If you’ve ever had the Trader Joe’s pumpkin butter and wished you could enjoy it year-round, this is the best way to make your own pumpkin butter at home. Whether you use canned pumpkin puree or fresh pumpkin puree from a sugar pumpkin, this recipe is a delicious way to bring the fall staple into your kitchen any time of year.
Not only is this easy homemade pumpkin butter perfect for toast, biscuits, or pancakes, but it’s also amazing swirled into yogurt, spooned over vanilla ice cream, spread on banana bread, or used as a filling for cinnamon rolls. It’s the perfect hostess gift in a cute mason jar during the holiday seasons.
We are sharing tips to help you get the best results when making this recipe. If you don’t need the tips, scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and printable recipe card.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Homemade Pumpkin Butter ⭐
Easy Recipe – No complicated steps or equipment. All you need is a medium saucepan or even a slow cooker for hands-off slow cooking.
Fall Flavors – Made with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg for that cozy pumpkin pie spice flavor.
Versatile Spread – This pumpkin spread can be used on toast, pancakes, oatmeal, muffins, and more. It’s also great for baking.
Great Gift – Store in glass jars or mason jars for a thoughtful, homemade hostess gift during the holidays.
🧾 Ingredients
📌 Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full ingredients list with quantities and step-by-step instructions!
- Pumpkin puree (or fresh pumpkin puree)
- Apple juice (or apple cider)
- Ground ginger
- Ground cloves
- Ground cinnamon (or pumpkin pie spice)
- Ground nutmeg
- White sugar (or coconut sugar for a richer flavor)
🔪 How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Butter Recipe
Combine Ingredients – In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add pumpkin puree, apple juice, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar. Stir until everything is well combined into a smooth pumpkin mixture.
Bring to a Boil – Let the mixture come to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce to medium-low heat.
Simmer & Thicken – Cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened and deepened in color.
Cool & Store – Let the pumpkin butter cool slightly, then transfer to mason jars or an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.
⭐ Pro Tips for the Best Pumpkin Butter ⭐
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar at the end.
- Swap white sugar for dark brown sugar or pure maple syrup for a deeper flavor.
- If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Blend with an immersion blender for an ultra-smooth texture.
Serving Ideas 🍞
- Give as holiday hostess gifts in small jars
- Spread on toast, English muffins, or cinnamon rolls
- Swirl into plain yogurt or oatmeal
- Drizzle over vanilla ice cream
- Use as a filling for pies, pastries, or pancakes
📖 Storing and Freezing
Keep your pumpkin butter in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze in small portions using ice cube trays and transfer to freezer bags. Thaw in the fridge overnight before using.
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Easy Homemade Pumpkin Butter Recipe You’ll Make All Season
Ingredients
- 15 oz Pumpkin Puree
- ¾ cup apple juice
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 cup white sugar
Directions
- In a medium sauce pan of medium high heat, place all of the ingredients and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce heat.
- Allow to simmer for 30 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
- Place is mason jars and store in the refrigerator.
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