Capture the essence of autumn with this delightful and wholesome Fat-Free Pumpkin Butter! Made with pure pumpkin purée, a splash of apple cider, and sweetened naturally with 100% pure maple syrup, this recipe delivers all the cozy flavors of fall without added fat. A fragrant blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves creates a warm, spiced aroma that fills your kitchen as it simmers to perfection. Quick to prepare with just 5 minutes of prep time and ready in under 30 minutes, this pumpkin butter is perfect as a spread on toast, a topping for pancakes, or even swirled into oatmeal. With no artificial ingredients or added oils, it’s a healthy and versatile treat that can be refrigerated for up to two weeks—ideal for meal prep, holiday gifting, or simply savoring the season!
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the pumpkin purée, apple cider, and maple syrup. Stir well to mix the liquids evenly with the pumpkin.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat to low and add the ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the spices are fully incorporated into the mixture.
Continue to simmer the mixture on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching. The pumpkin butter should thicken slightly and deepen in color.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Taste the pumpkin butter and adjust sweetness or spices if desired.
Allow the pumpkin butter to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy the pumpkin butter as a spread on toast, a topping for oatmeal or pancakes, or as a versatile fall-flavored ingredient!
Calories |
414 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 172 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.4 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2046 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.