Recipe: Pumpkin Butter (Cooked)
Overview:
This “more traditional” pumpkin butter recipe is cooked to perfection, resulting in a creamy and flavorful spread that’s perfect for various uses. Whether you spread it on toast, use it as a layer in a pumpkin cheese pie, or gift it in a fancy canning jar, this pumpkin butter is sure to delight your taste buds. 🎃
- Total Time: 25 minutes (includes 10-minute water bath)
- Yield: 5 cups
- Recipe Category: Spreads
- Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Free Of…, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Canning, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 4 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the pumpkin puree, white sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and unflavored gelatin; mix well. |
| 2 | Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. |
| 3 | Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. |
| 4 | Spoon the hot pumpkin mixture into hot jars, filling them to within 1/4 inch from the top. |
| 5 | Remove any air bubbles and wipe the jar rims clean. |
| 6 | Cover the jars at once with metal lids and screw on the bands. |
| 7 | Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. |
Recipe Notes:
- Pumpkin Puree: You can use Libby’s “Solid Pack” canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree for this recipe.
- Water Bath Processing: The 10-minute water bath is essential for preserving the pumpkin butter safely. Ensure the jars are submerged in boiling water for the specified time.
- Gifting Idea: This pumpkin butter makes a delightful homemade gift, especially when presented in a decorative canning jar. Consider adding a festive ribbon or tag for an extra special touch.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 726.2
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 4.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 186g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 181g
- Protein Content: 2.1g
Enjoy Your Homemade Pumpkin Butter!
Whether you’re enjoying it on freshly baked bread or incorporating it into your favorite recipes, this pumpkin butter is bound to become a staple in your kitchen. Get creative with how you use it and savor the rich flavors of fall in every bite! 🍁
