Creamy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter Recipe
This Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter is a warm, spiced spread perfect for fall and winter. Made by simmering pumpkin with sugar and aromatic spices, it develops a thick, smooth texture that’s ideal for spreading on toast, muffins, or stirring into oatmeal and yogurt. The slow cooking method enhances the rich flavors, making it a comforting and versatile seasonal treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 3 cups 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure out pumpkin puree and combine it in the slow cooker with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and salt. Stir everything together until well mixed.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, stirring every 1 to 2 hours to prevent sticking, until the mixture is very thick and spreadable.
- Cool and Store: Once thickened, turn off the slow cooker and let the pumpkin butter cool. Transfer it into sterilized jars or airtight containers and refrigerate. It can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use fresh pumpkin puree made from roasting and pureeing pumpkin for a fresher taste or canned puree for convenience.
- Sugar amounts can be adjusted based on desired sweetness; substitute with brown sugar or maple syrup for a deeper flavor.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent the pumpkin butter from sticking or burning on the sides.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- Use pumpkin butter as a spread on bread, pancakes, or as a flavorful addition to desserts and beverages.
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