Pumpkin Butter

This pumpkin butter recipe is easy to make with a large can of pumpkin purée, spices, apple juice, and sugar. Makes a great holiday gift!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 39 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 (29 ounce) can pumpkin puree
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1.5 cups white sugar
• 0.75 cup apple juice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Inspect five ½-pint jars for cracks and ensure rings fit properly; discard any defective ones. Immerse jars in simmering water until ready to use. Wash new lids and rings in warm, soapy water; rinse well.

Step 2

Combine pumpkin puree, sugar, apple juice, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir until well combined. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 30 to 35 minutes. Pumpkin butter is ready when a spoon dragged through the mixture leaves a trail that doesn’t fill in immediately.

Step 3

Ladle pumpkin butter into hot, sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Run a thin spatula or knife along the inside to remove air bubbles. Wipe rims clean with a damp paper towel and secure lids tightly.

Step 4

Cool jars to room temperature; refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.