Spiced Pumpkin and Pecan Butter

Elevate your autumn cravings with the irresistible Spiced Pumpkin and Pecan Butter—a creamy, indulgent spread brimming with seasonal warmth. This homemade recipe combines toasted pecan halves, silky pumpkin puree, a touch of brown sugar, and aromatic fall spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves for a rich flavor that’s both sweet and nutty. Finished with a drizzle of maple syrup and a hint of vanilla, this versatile butter is perfect on toast, pancakes, and waffles, or even as a decadent dessert filling. Quick to prepare and bursting with cozy charm, this pumpkin pecan spread not only screams fall but also makes an elegant addition to your breakfast table or holiday treats.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 1 cup Pecan halves
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pecan halves and toast them for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are fragrant and slightly darker in color. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

Transfer the toasted pecans to a food processor. Blend for 2-3 minutes until the pecans break down into a smooth, buttery consistency. Stop to scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, maple syrup, and unsalted butter. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is well combined and warmed through.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom and the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Remove the pumpkin mixture from heat and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Add the pumpkin mixture to the food processor with the pecan butter.

Step 6

Blend everything together for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices if necessary.

Step 7

Transfer the spiced pumpkin and pecan butter to a clean, airtight jar. Let it cool completely before sealing the jar.

Step 8

Store the butter in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Serve spread on toast, pancakes, waffles, or as a filling for desserts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(461.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1386.6

Total Fat 112.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 66.9mg	0%
Sodium 345.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 74.6g
Protein 13.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.6mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1034.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.0%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 27.4%