This homemade tangy pumpkin butter recipe is a flavorful and versatile spread that can be enjoyed on toast, crackers, pancakes, or even in baking. With the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, this pumpkin butter is a must-have in your fall pantry.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of pumpkin puree
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of apple cider
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon of ginger
- Pinch of salt
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, apple cider, lemon juice, and spices.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
- Remove from heat and let the pumpkin butter cool before transferring it to a jar or container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
- Enjoy your tangy pumpkin butter on toast, crackers, pancakes, or use it in baking for added flavor!
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin butter is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree from other recipes.
The tangy flavor in this recipe comes from the combination of lemon juice and apple cider.
This pumpkin butter recipe can be easily customized by adjusting the spices to suit your taste preferences.