The BEST Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter

Can’t you feel fall inching closer and closer? Our Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter recipe is going to give you a jump start on that cozy, fall weather feeling. Full of warm spices and packed with flavor, you’ll eat it on everything you can possibly put it on!

It’s that time of year…time to enjoy cool evenings and warm days, break out your cozy sweaters and boots, and devour any and all apple and pumpkin recipes!

It’s still in the 90s here and the leaves are barely changing colors, but I’m finding myself craving a bowl of hot chili, apple cider, cinnamon rolls, leaves falling off the trees, and a trip to the pumpkin patch.

What’s on your Fall Bucket List? 🍁

I’ve heard about apple butter all my life, but I only heard about pumpkin butter a couple of years ago. This year, I decided it was time to FINALLY try it for myself. It was AMAZING, if I do say so myself!!

If you love anything and everything pumpkin, you’re going to love this crock pot pumpkin butter recipe! It’s addictive – trust me.

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What Is Pumpkin Butter

Never heard of pumpkin butter? It’s basically the same concept as apple butter (one of my personal favorite and another Fall staple).

All you need is just a few ingredients that you likely already have on hand in your kitchen or pantry, a crockpot, and a few small jars.

It’s the perfect spread to keep on hand and serve with all kinds of fall goodies — especially breakfast. Yum!

Pumpkin Butter will go great on cornbread, toast, bagels, pancakes or English Muffins. Don’t forget to add it to your Zucchini Muffins! Heck, why not give it a try on dessert such as ice cream too?

I know this recipe will quickly become a fall favorite. Ok, you and I both know it will be a hit all year round. 😁

As an added bonus, your whole house will smell heavenly while this is cooking up in your slow cooker!

If you like love all things pumpkin (like me!), try our Pumpkin Spice Bread, Decadent Pumpkin French Toast, and Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites.

Easy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter Ingredients

You probably already have everything on hand, but if you don’t they’re a cinch to find.

• Canned Pumpkin – 100% pure pumpkin or 100% organic
• Apple Cider – the closest you can come to eating an apple right off the tree
• Sugar
• Brown Sugar – I prefer light brown to add the beautiful caramel flavor
• Pumpkin Pie Spice – the perfect combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice and ginger
• Lemon Juice – just a tad to add a nice tang
• Vanilla
• Salt

How to Make Pumpkin Butter in the Crock Pot

Crock pot pumpkin butter is a blend of pumpkin puree and spices to create an addictively delicious spread you’ll want to put on everything! And making it couldn’t be easier! It’s literally as easy as 1…2…3!

Here’s how:

1. Mix all ingredients together in slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on high 2-3 hours.
3. Cool and store in sealed jars in refrigerator (or give as homemade gifts!).

Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter Recipe Notes and Tips

If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, you can make your own by combining:

• 3 T. cinnamon
• 1 T. ground ginger
• 1 T. ground nutmeg
• 2 t. ground allspice
• 2 t. ground cloves

Store excess in an airtight container.

If you don’t have all the spices, I’ve made it before with just cinnamon, nutmeg, and a dash of allspice.

Be sure to double-check that the pumpkin you are using is labeled pumpkin puree and NOT pumpkin pie mix.

You can adjust your cooking time according to the thickness you want for your pumpkin butter recipe.

How to Serve Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter

There are so many ways to enjoy this delicious, easy-to-make fall favorite. Here are a few great options to try:

• Put your pumpkin butter on toast, bagels, corn bread, biscuits, muffins, croissants, or English Muffins.
• Try pairing it with Greek yogurt and homemade granola for a seasonal breakfast treat. Scrumptious!
• Put it on the top of pancakes, in oatmeal or as a sandwich spread for scrumptious mix of sweet and savory flavors.
• Think outside the box and try it on cheesecake, ice cream or bread pudding.

FAQs

Can I cook pumpkin butter on the stove?

If you’re in a bit of a time crunch, you can totally cook your pumpkin butter on the stove! Simply mix together all the ingredients and cook over medium to medium-high heat for 20-30 minutes. Stir frequently.

Note: the texture won’t be as thick, but it will taste just as wonderful.

How do I store my homemade Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter?

Cool slightly before transferring to airtight glass containers. Plastic will work, but I recommend glass if you have them.

Store in refrigerator for up to a week or two.

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What type of containers could I store my Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter in?

The size and type of container that will work best is going to depend on a couple things.

First, how many people are there in your family. For smaller families you could use a smaller container that could hold 4 – 5 servings. For larger families, you would want a larger container that would hold 8 – 10 servings.

As for the type of container, my preference would be the small glass jars with the screw-on lid but you may prefer a small to medium size Tupperware type container.

Either of these types of containers will freeze well or keep in the fridge nicely.

Does Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter contain butter?

Pumpkin butter does not contain butter. It is a thick texture very similar to butter, therefore the name. It is comparable to the consistency of apple butter which also does not contain butter.

Can Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter be frozen?

Yes, you can freeze it for up to a year. Place in a freezer-safe container leaving at least 1/2″ from the top of the container.

Tip: Freeze in smaller size containers so that you can pull out only want you need instead of the whole batch.

Is pumpkin butter the same as pumpkin puree?

Pumpkin puree and pumpkin butter are not the same things. On the other hand, puree is a blend of winter squash in a pureed form.

Crock Pot Pumpkin butter is pumpkin puree that has been cooked with spices, sugars, and apple cider.

More Delicious And Fun Pumpkin Recipes To Try

• Easy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pancakes (Paleo Approved)
• Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
• Easy Pumpkin Pie Bars
• Pumpkin Spice Bread

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