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Spiced Pumpkin Spread

Spiced Pumpkin Spread is velvety and richly seasoned, balancing earthy pumpkin with warm notes of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. A hint of apple juice brightens the sweetness, resulting in a thick, spoonable condiment that feels cozy and autumnal. Serve it on toast, pancakes, waffles, or swirl it into yogurt and oatmeal for breakfast or a snack.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook35 mins
  • Serves40
  • DifficultyEasy
Spiced Pumpkin Spread

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spiced Pumpkin Spread, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

35 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactPoor
25 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
3 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood
91 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
1 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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69
Heart Health
50
Metabolic
13
Digestive
34
Inflammatory
18
Performance
36
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Check five 1/2-pint jars for cracks and make sure the rings fit correctly; discard any that are faulty. Keep the jars in simmering water until needed. Wash new lids and rings in warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly.

  2. 2

    In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, apple juice, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, stirring until evenly mixed. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring often, until thickened, about 30 to 35 minutes. The pumpkin butter is done when dragging a spoon through it leaves a trail that doesn’t immediately fill in.

  3. 3

    Ladle the pumpkin butter into the hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Slide a thin spatula or knife around the inside to release air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel and fasten the lids tightly.

  4. 4

    Let the jars cool to room temperature; refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

About This Recipe

Spiced Pumpkin Spread is made with 7 ingredients and serves 40. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Juice, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Cloves, and Ground Ginger. Each serving provides about 37.3 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Spiced Pumpkin Spread made of?
The main ingredients are Apple Juice, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Cloves, Ground Ginger, Ground Nutmeg. The full list of 7 is above.
How long does it take to make Spiced Pumpkin Spread?
About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 37.3 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Spiced Pumpkin Spread easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
Is Spiced Pumpkin Spread healthy?
Spiced Pumpkin Spread has an easyChef Pro health score of 35/100. Per serving, it provides 37.3 calories and 0.24 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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