Xanthan Gum Free Spiced Pumpkin Butter

Warm, deeply spiced, and rich with autumn flavor, this pumpkin butter is the kind of spread that makes a plain piece of toast feel like a special occasion. It gets its thick, luscious texture entirely from slow cooking — no gums, starches, or thickeners needed, just time and a good stir. That makes it a genuinely clean option for anyone navigating ingredient sensitivities around additives like xanthan gum, which sneaks into a surprising number of store-bought fruit butters and spreads. Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral warmth than standard cinnamon, and the apple cider vinegar adds just enough brightness to keep the sweetness from feeling heavy. A touch of turmeric and ginger round out the spice blend with gentle depth. Once it cools in the jar, it thickens beautifully into a spreadable, scoopable consistency that works on toast, stirred into oatmeal, or dolloped onto pancakes. It's the kind of simple, wholesome recipe you'll want to keep on rotation all fall and winter long.

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