Ingredients
Directions 8 steps | 30 Minutes
Measure and prep all ingredients.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe: Measure and prep all ingredients.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634852705/recipes/Pumpkin-Butter-7_6171df5fe7809.jpg)
In a small saucepan, combine the dates and water. Bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and allow the dates to soften for 10 minutes.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe:
In a small saucepan, combine the dates and water.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634852721/recipes/Pumpkin-Butter-6_6171df6fd7f1a.jpg)
In a small bowl, combine the pumpkin pie filling, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice and salt. Stir until well combined. Set aside.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe:
In a small bowl, combine the pumpkin pie filling, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice and salt.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634910486/recipes/Pumpkin-Butter-5_6172c11498263.jpg)
Once the dates have become soft and hydrated, pour ¾ cup of the water and the dates into a food processor or a blender. Puree the dates until smooth and creamy.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe:
Once the dates have become soft and hydrated, pour ¾ cup of the water and the dates into a food processor or a blender.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634853107/recipes/Screen-Shot-2021-10-21-at-5_6171e0f2c37b5.png)
Add the pumpkin mixture and butter to the pureed dates. Blend all the ingredients together until thoroughly combined.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe:
Add the pumpkin mixture and butter to the pureed dates.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634853162/recipes/Pumpkin-Butter-4_6171e128b2dab.jpg)
On a sheet pan lined with plastic wrap, evenly spread the pumpkin butter and cool.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe: On a sheet pan lined with plastic wrap, evenly spread the pumpkin butter and cool.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634910501/recipes/Pumpkin-Butter-2_6172c1209245b.jpg)
Once cooled, transfer the pumpkin butter into two 8-ounce jars or a 16-ounce container and store it in the refrigerator.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe: Once cooled, transfer the pumpkin butter into two 8-ounce jars or a 16-ounce container and store it in the refrigerator.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634910604/recipes/Pumpkin-Butter-1_6172c18aa122f.jpg)
Enjoy spread on toast, added to a risotto or in a dish of butternut squash ravioli.
![Pumpkin Butter Recipe: Enjoy spread on toast, added to a risotto or in a dish of butternut squash ravioli.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1634853260/recipes/Pumpkin-Butter-1_6171e18ae87b3.jpg)
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