Quick and Easy Pumpkin Butter in the Microwave
Sneak Preview: This quick and easy pumpkin butter recipe tastes like it simmered on the stove all day. It only requires a can of pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spices, and honey or brown sugar.
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Do you make jams and jellies? I usually don’t—it seems like too much time and effort, plus I’d have to buy the fruit. No backyard fruit trees or berry bushes here! But this pumpkin butter recipe might change my mind. It’s so simple you won’t believe how easy it is to whip up a batch!
This microwave pumpkin butter tastes just like pumpkin pie without the crust. I love it slathered on fresh sourdough bread or flaky whey biscuits. It’s also delicious stirred into yogurt, spread over crackers, or used to make a pumpkin milkshake.
What Makes This Recipe Amazing
- Only three ingredients
- Ready in 5 minutes with just one stir!
- No stove, slow cooker, or oven needed
- Freezes well for later use
Ingredients and Substitutions
- PUMPKIN:
- 15-ounce can of pureed pumpkin
- No recommended substitutions that are appropriate for a fast-and-easy recipe
- HONEY:
- Honey–use only 3 tablespoons for less sweetness
- Swap brown sugar (light or dark) for the honey
- PUMPKIN PIE SPICE:
- Use commercially mixed pumpkin pie spice for ease
- Swap for a “homemade” mix including cinnamon, allspice, and ginger (like for a pumpkin pie)
- (OPTIONAL) CARDAMOM POWDER:
- Cardamom adds warmth and pairs well with pumpkin spices
- Leave it out if you like.
📌KITCHEN TIP📌–Did you know that the ingredients in pumpkin pie spice can vary by brand? Some don’t include cloves, so check the label if you’re particular about the flavor.
How to Make Pumpkin Butter with a Microwave
- Add all ingredients to a microwave-safe glass container, my favorite being a Pyrex 1-quart measuring cup (paid link). Stir together until smooth.
- Microwave (paid link) on HIGH for 5 minutes, pausing halfway through to stir.
- When cool, store it in the fridge for several weeks or in the freezer for longer storage.
Parting Thoughts: One of my favorite ways to enjoy pumpkin butter is on Greek Yogurt Waffles. I also love making pumpkin “Creamies” with a Ninja Creami machine (paid link). It’s fun to enjoy “ice cream-style” treats tailored to your taste preferences and dietary needs.
If you have questions or suggestions, email me privately for a quick answer: Paula at saladinajar.com. Hope to see you again soon! Paula
Quick and Easy Pumpkin Butter
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
- 3-4 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder (optional)
Instructions
- Add 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree, 3-4 tablespoons honey or brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice to a microwave-safe glass bowl. Stir until all ingredients are combined well.
- Microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes, stopping once to stir the mixture halfway through.
- Allow to cool. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.
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Paula Rhodes, owner
As a retired home economist, I created Saladinajar.com to share my belief that you don’t have to be a chef to find joy in creating homemade food worth sharing. Bread machines (used in an unconventional way), homemade yogurt, and quick microwave recipes are my specialty.