Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter (Print-Friendly Version)

Smooth, spiced pumpkin spread made in a slow cooker—delightful for breads, pancakes, or desserts.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 (29 oz) can pumpkin puree
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
04 - 1/4 cup apple juice
05 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

# Steps:

01 - Add pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, apple juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and allspice to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
02 - Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and darkened.
03 - Remove the lid during the last hour of cooking to allow the pumpkin butter to thicken further.
04 - Cool completely before transferring to airtight containers.

# Notes:

01 - For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree any lumps.
02 - Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar according to taste.
03 - To add a twist, incorporate a splash of vanilla extract during the last hour of cooking.