Artificial Flavors Free Spiced Pumpkin Butter
Warm, spiced, and deeply autumnal, this pumpkin butter is the kind of spread that makes a plain piece of toast feel like a special occasion. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable — canned pumpkin purée, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and a handful of ground spices — so there's no guessing what's actually in the jar. Store-bought pumpkin butters and fruit spreads are notorious for sneaking in artificial flavors and "natural flavor" blends that are anything but transparent, but this one is completely homemade and completely clear. Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral warmth than the standard variety, while ginger and turmeric add depth and a subtle earthiness that makes the whole thing feel complex without being complicated. The apple cider vinegar is the quiet hero, balancing the sweetness of the maple syrup and keeping the flavor bright rather than cloying. After a slow simmer on the stovetop, it thickens into a glossy, spoonable butter that gets even better as it cools. Slather it on toast, swirl it into oatmeal, or spoon it straight from the jar — no artificial anything required.
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16 servings
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin purée
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pumpkin purée, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, salt, and water in a medium saucepan and whisk until smooth.
- 2
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle bubble, stirring frequently.
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