Description
Amish Pumpkin Butter is a smooth and spiced fall treat that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. Made with simple ingredients like pumpkin purée, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon, this homemade spread is cooked down until thick and rich. Its deep brown color and warm, spiced flavors make it a versatile addition to your pantry, ideal for spreading on toast, stirring into oatmeal, or using as a topping for pancakes and waffles.
Ingredients
4 cups pumpkin purée (or two 15oz cans)
1 ¼ cups sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
In a large 4-quart or larger saucepan, stir together the pumpkin purée, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon.
Heat the mixture over low to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
Continue cooking the pumpkin butter until it thickens and develops a deep brown color, which may take 1-2 hours. Stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
Once the pumpkin butter has thickened, carefully ladle it into clean jars. Seal the jars and let them cool. Store in the refrigerator or process in a water bath for long-term storage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 45