Pumpkin Citrus Butter
Elevate your fall-inspired spreads with this luscious Pumpkin Citrus Butter—a velvety blend of pumpkin purée, softened butter, and a touch of honey, brightened by the zesty notes of orange and lemon. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg add a cozy depth, while a pinch of salt ties everything together for a perfectly balanced flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this effortless recipe creates a smooth, creamy butter that’s perfect for slathering on warm muffins, pancakes, or crusty bread. With no cooking required and a quick chill time, it’s an easy, make-ahead condiment that’s sure to impress at breakfast or holiday gatherings. Let this flavorful spread bring a burst of seasonal joy to your table!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Pumpkin purée
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch Salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin purée and softened unsalted butter. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Add the honey, orange zest, lemon zest, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the butter has a uniform texture.
Step 3
Taste the butter and adjust the sweetness or citrus level by adding more honey or zest as desired.
Step 4
Transfer the Pumpkin Citrus Butter to a small airtight container or a serving dish.
Step 5
Refrigerate the butter for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Bring to room temperature before serving for easy spreading. Enjoy on bread, muffins, pancakes, or as a flavorful addition to recipes!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (410.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1072.8 |
| Total Fat 96.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 258.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 170.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 42.7g | |
| Protein 3.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 114.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 568.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories