It’s pumpkin season!!! 
I am one happy girl. I love pumpkin everything—pie, muffins, coffee, biscotti, cookies, yogurt, ice cream, beer–you name it, I’ve probably tried it. I’ve always wanted to make pumpkin butter. It is like pumpkin pie in a jar. Who wouldn’t want to top everything and anything with a little pumpkin pie? Unfortunately, this yummy goodness is about $4 for a tiny jar! I decided to take matters into my own hands. It all starts with a sugar pumpkin.
Clean and cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds and stringy bits. Place it cut side down in a baking dish and add about 1/4 inch of water. Roast for about 45-60minutes at 350 degrees.
Allow the pumpkin to slightly cool and mash it a medium sauce pan. Add 1 cup of sugar, 3/4 cup pure apple juice (or apple cider) 1/2 tsp nutmeg, 1/2 tsp cloves, 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 2 tsp cinnamon. Give or take these measurements. My pumpkin butter had WAY more cloves and cinnamon because that is how I like it. Spice is nice . I love making things myself because I can adjust to my taste. Bring to a boil and lower the heat to a simmer 30 minutes until nice and thick, stirring frequently.
It’s a thing of beauty, really.
You should probably bake muffins and serve them with Greek Yogurt, Banana and Pumpkin Butter for the occasion. Your body and soul will thank you.
Enjoy,
Nora
Have you ever made your own fruit butters or jams?
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I am making this on Saturday! I love pumpkin butter, but it is so expensive at my grocery store too! And buying a jar is not nearly as fun as taking the time to make your own. This would be lovely on a fresh slice of Honey Whole Wheat Bread..or on a spice muffin. I’m excited, Nora!
Thank you Nora! I have a jar of pumpkin butter from Trader Joe’s I just bought, but now that I can make my own I won’t have to hoard it.
I’m so making this pumpkin butter! I made those pumpkin oat pancakes for breakfast this morning and the were PERFECT!!! you’re brilliant, miss. lol. I’ll let you know how the pumpkin butter turns out!!