Pumpkin Butter
4.6
Ingredients
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 35 min
- Total
- 55 min
Instructions
- 1 Inspect five ½-pint jars for cracks and ensure rings fit properly; discard any defective ones. Immerse jars in simmering water until ready to use. Wash new lids and rings in warm, soapy water; rinse well.
- 2 Combine pumpkin puree, sugar, apple juice, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir until well combined. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 30 to 35 minutes. Pumpkin butter is ready when a spoon dragged through the mixture leaves a trail that doesn’t fill in immediately.
- 3 Ladle pumpkin butter into hot, sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Run a thin spatula or knife along the inside to remove air bubbles. Wipe rims clean with a damp paper towel and secure lids tightly.
- 4 Cool jars to room temperature; refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
By Eleanor Johnson