Pumpkin Apple Butter made with steamed apples and pumpkin puree. Make this quick recipe in a blender or food processor and then spread on biscuits or add to oatmeal!
I’ve been on a blender kick lately (making all the homemade salsa and creamy potato soup) and decided to recreate my favorite apple butter with a fall twist. This recipe is great for using leftover pumpkin puree.
Pumpkin Apple Butter Ingredients
You only need a handful of ingredients to make this simple pumpkin apple butter:
- Steamed apples
- Pumpkin puree
- Granulated sugar
- Lemon juice
- Pumpkin pie spice
- Maple syrup
How to Make Pumpkin Apple Butter
There are a few different methods when it comes to making apple butter. Some prefer to cook it low and slow in a slow cooker, while others let it simmer on the stove for hours. This recipe comes together in minutes in the blender.
- Core, peel, and dice the apples.
- Steam the apples for 8-10 minutes.
- Add apples and remaining ingredients to a blender.
- Pulse until desired consistency.
Tips for Making Pumpkin Apple Butter
Be careful not to over-blend your ingredients or the apple butter will be too thin. If you want something a little more chunky, try this Chai Spiced Applesauce or these simple Sautéed Cinnamon Apples.
I like this recipe even more the next day after the flavors have had time to marry in the refrigerator. Spread it over warm, fresh bread or add it to your favorite creamy oatmeal.
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Ingredients
- 2 apples peeled and steamed
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1.5 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Core, peel, and dice your apples.
- Steam them for 8-10 minutes or until soft.
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender and pulse until desired consistency.
- Store in the refrigerator.
- Use within 10-14 days.
Emily
Saturday 10th of September 2016
Sounds so yummy, especially for the fall season! Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday!
Jenny
Friday 9th of May 2014
This looks great.
Kim
Friday 8th of November 2013
Hi - I would love to make this as part of our teacher gifts this year - how long can it be left out of the fridg after making?
Sara Middleton
Wednesday 16th of October 2013
Can't wait to try this! What kind of apples did you use?
Emily Bruno
Monday 4th of November 2013
Hi Sara- I used green granny smith apples.
Carol
Friday 4th of October 2013
How do you can this wonderful pumpkin apple butter?
Anna
Wednesday 9th of October 2013
I'd warm the pumpkin apple butter in a pan on the stove top, then just fill the clean jars almost to the top (leave about 1/2-1 in.), put on lids and rings and boil in a water bath for 15-20 minutes.