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Easy Maple Pumpkin Butter

Easy Maple Pumpkin Butter That's Perfect for Fall Mornings

Easy Maple Pumpkin Butter is a smooth, spiced delight that's effortless to whip up and perfect for fall mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 ounces
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree opt for homemade for extra freshness
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup replace with honey or agave syrup for different sweetness options
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust to taste or swap for pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg increase cinnamon slightly if unavailable
  • 1 pinch Salt sea salt enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice apple cider vinegar makes a great substitute
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts walnuts or pecans add crunch
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruits cranberries or figs add sweetness

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt over medium heat.
  2. Keep stirring frequently to prevent burning, until the mixture begins to bubble, around 5 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to low and let your pumpkin butter simmer gently for an additional 20 minutes.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices if desired.
  5. Stir in lemon juice after reaching desired flavor.
  6. Transfer pumpkin butter into clean, sterilized jars and let cool before sealing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounceCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Consider canning for a thoughtful gift during the fall season.

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