Best 12 Chunky Pumpkin Apple Butter Recipes

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Satisfy your taste buds with the delectable flavors of pumpkin and apple, masterfully crafted into a rich, thick spread known as chunky pumpkin apple butter. This delightful creation combines the sweetness of ripe apples with the earthy tones of pumpkin, resulting in a versatile accompaniment to an array of culinary delights. Whether it's slathering it on toast for a hearty breakfast, incorporating it into sandwiches for a burst of flavor, or using it as a glaze for succulent meats, chunky pumpkin apple butter is a culinary gem waiting to be unearthed.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE-PUMPKIN BUTTER



Apple-Pumpkin Butter image

This yummy, thick apple spread has a slight hint of autumn spice from the pumpkin.

Provided by Melinda Steele StCyr

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time P1DT3h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds McIntosh apples
2 ½ cups apple cider, divided
1 ½ cups sugar
5 inches cinnamon stick
1 ¾ cups canned solid-pack pumpkin

Steps:

  • Peel, core, and chop apples; set apple chunks aside, reserving peels and cores. Combine peels, cores, and 2 cups apple cider in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine chopped apples, sugar, remaining cider, and cinnamon stick in a large, non-aluminum saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until apples begin to fall apart, 20 to 40 minutes.
  • Press peel-core mixture through a food mill or sieve placed over a bowl to catch juice. Reserve juice and discard peels and cores. Add juice to cooked apples in the saucepan and return mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until thick, 40 to 60 minutes. Remove and discard cinnamon stick. Stir in pumpkin.
  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Pour apple-pumpkin mixture into a large, shallow roasting pan.
  • Place roasting pan into the preheated oven, leaving door slightly ajar. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, until thick enough to spread, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Inspect 6 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until apple-pumpkin butter is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  • Spoon apple-pumpkin butter into sterilized jars leaving 1/2-inch head space. Wipe rims and threads clean; top with hot lids and screw bands on firmly.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 93 mg, Sugar 43.9 g

CHUNKY PUMPKIN APPLE BUTTER



Chunky Pumpkin Apple Butter image

Grated pumpkin, applesauce, sugar, and spices make this a sweet treat!

Provided by sueb

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Fruit Butter Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups finely grated pumpkin
1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Stir pumpkin, applesauce, sugar, cinnamon, and allspice together in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook at a simmer until thick, about 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

PUMPKIN-RICOTTA PANCAKES WITH CHUNKY APPLE-RAISIN SAUCE



Pumpkin-Ricotta Pancakes with Chunky Apple-Raisin Sauce image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 heaping teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Kosher salt
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 cup ricotta
3/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, separated
Unsalted butter, as needed
Powdered sugar, optional
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice, and tossed with the juice of 1 lemon
3/4 cup apple cider
1 whole cinnamon stick
2 star anise
1/4 cup packed dark or light brown sugar
1 cup maple syrup
1 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • For the pancakes: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Make a hole in the center of the flour mixture and add the pumpkin, ricotta, milk, vanilla and egg yolks and mix gently to combine.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the egg whites with a pinch of salt. Using a mixer or whisk, beat the egg whites until they hold stiff peaks and look very fluffy, like snowdrifts.
  • Using a rubber spatula, scoop a third of the egg whites into the pumpkin batter and fold to gently combine. Repeat this process two more times until all the whites have been added. Do this gently but quickly ¿ the idea is to not squish the air out of the egg whites. This is the secret to keeping the pancakes fluffy!
  • Place a griddle over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, drop a pat or two of butter onto the griddle. Once melted, schmear the butter around and wipe up any excess with a paper towel.
  • Using a 2-ounce ladle, spoon ladlefuls of batter onto the buttered griddle to create 3-inch pancakes. Let the pancakes cook until bubbles appear on the surface, burst, and then stay open ¿ this will take about 5 minutes. Flip the pancakes and cook the second side until golden brown. Re-butter the griddle and repeat until all the batter is gone or everyone is full. Hold the finished pancakes in the warm oven.
  • For the compote: Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the apples, cider, cinnamon stick, star anise and brown sugar. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer (BTB, RTS), then continue cooking until the liquid has reduced by half, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the maple syrup and raisins. Simmer for another 3 to 4 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and serve spooned over the pancakes, dusted with powdered sugar if desired. Try not to eat too many.

CHUNKY APPLE SPICE CAKE WITH VANILLA BUTTER SAUCE



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A super-tasting apple cake that is so moist, wonderful with the butter sauce--this is so good! (Tip: I always make two, and keep one in the freezer, I just bring to room temperature, and warm in the oven--delicious!)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 9inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup firmly-packed light brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups apples, peeled and chopped (preferably Granny Smith OR Gala apples)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1/2 cup butter (no substitutions)
1/2 cup whipping cream (unwhipped)
1 cup firmly-packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a 9-inch baking pan.
  • For cake: Beat butter and brown sugar for 5 minutes in a mixing bowl, until light and fluffy; beat in eggs and vanilla just until blended; set aside.
  • Sift together, flour, pumpkin pie spice, allspice and salt. Gradually add to creamed mixture, beating until blended; stir in apples, nuts and raisins (if using).
  • Pour the batter/mixture into prepared baking pan.
  • Bake 35-40 minutes, or until the cake tests done. Cool on wire rack.
  • For butter sauce: Combine butter and whipping cream with brown sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp vanilla, mix until blended.
  • Note: The sauce recipe may be doubled for a larger amount. Serve cake warm with vanilla butter sauce--delicious!
  • Do ahead note: The cake can be prepared a day ahead, and the following day, warmed up in the oven on low temperature, then served with warm sauce. Also the sauce can be prepared ahead, and then warmed if desired.

CHUNKY APPLE PUMPKIN BREAD



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This moist quick bread combines both apples and pumpkin, making it a must in autumn. Every slice is chock full of nuts and spices.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 loaf (12 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup water
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup canola oil
1 cup chopped peeled tart apples
3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder and cloves. In another large bowl, whisk the pumpkin, water, eggs and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apples and walnuts. , Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 325° for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SWEET AND CHUNKY APPLE BUTTER



Sweet and Chunky Apple Butter image

Provided by Eleanor Topp

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Fruit Juice     Breakfast     Brunch     Apple     Fall     Edible Gift     Boil     Fat Free     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 7 cups (1.75 L)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds (1 kg) McIntosh apples, peeled and cored (6 large apples)
2 pounds (1 kg) Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored (4 large apples)
1 cup (250 mL) apple cider
2 cups (500 mL) granulated sugar
2 tablespoons (25 mL) lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Cut McIntosh apples into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces. Cut Granny Smith apples into smaller dice.
  • 2. Combine apples and cider in a very large stainless steel or enamel saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and boil gently for 20 minutes or until mixture is reduced by half.
  • 3. Stir in sugar and lemon juice. Return to a boil, reduce heat, and boil gently for about 25 minutes or until mixture is very thick. There should still be some tender apple chunks remaining. Remove from heat.
  • 4. Ladle into sterilized jars and process as directed for Shorter Time Processing Procedure .
  • Variation: Spiced Apple Butter
  • Add 2 tsp (10 mL) ground cinnamon and 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each ground cloves and allspice with the sugar.

CHUNKY PUMPKIN APPLE BUTTER



Chunky Pumpkin Apple Butter image

Grated pumpkin, applesauce, sugar, and spices make this a sweet treat!

Provided by sueb

Categories     Fruit Butters

Time 1h40m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups finely grated pumpkin
1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Stir pumpkin, applesauce, sugar, cinnamon, and allspice together in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook at a simmer until thick, about 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHUNKY PUMPKIN APPLE BUTTER



Chunky Pumpkin Apple Butter image

Grated pumpkin, applesauce, sugar, and spices make this a sweet treat!

Provided by sueb

Categories     Fruit Butters

Time 1h40m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups finely grated pumpkin
1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Stir pumpkin, applesauce, sugar, cinnamon, and allspice together in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook at a simmer until thick, about 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHUNKY APPLE SPICE CAKE WITH VANILLA BUTTER SAUCE



Chunky Apple Spice Cake With Vanilla Butter Sauce image

This cake is good, I mean REALLY GOOD. If you use real vanilla extract the flavor is amazing. I have had a friend just pick at an entire meal because she knew I was serving this for dessert.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Gala)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.
  • Beat butter and brown sugar for 5 minutes in a mixer bowl.
  • Beat in eggs and vanilla just until blended.
  • Set aside.
  • Mix flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, allspice and salt.
  • Gradually add to sugar mixture; beating until well blended.
  • Stir in apples, nuts, and raisins, if desired.
  • Pour into one greased 9-inch baking pan; bake 35-40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool on wire rack 10 minutes.
  • Serve warm with Vanilla Butter Sauce.
  • Vanilla Butter Sauce:.
  • Combine butter and whipping cream with brown sugar.
  • Bring to boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
  • Serve warm.
  • Do-ahead Suggestion: The cake and sauce can be prepared and refrigerated separately the day before.
  • Warm the cake, in the oven, and the sauce, on top of the stove, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.3, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 85.3, Sodium 304.4, Carbohydrate 48.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 38.4, Protein 3.4

PUMPKIN APPLE BUTTER



Pumpkin Apple Butter image

I found this on my MSN homepage. It has a recipe section. I think it's a Libby recipe. It caught my attention because, first of all, I love pumpkin. But I had wanted to try to make apple butter, but didn't find any that didn't make a vat of it. I don't want to make that much, afraid it might be too much for us to eat. Hope you enjoy this. It's really easy and quite tasty.

Provided by Jamia Motsinger

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
1 cup chopped apple
1 cup 100% apple juice
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a heavy saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally for 1-1/2 hours.
  • Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 2 months.
  • Great on bread, biscuits, waffles and pancakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.5, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3.5, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 9.5, Protein 0.3

PUMPKIN APPLE BREAD



Pumpkin Apple Bread image

My grandsons think this seasonal loaf is pretty special-so much so they took it with them to college when they knew they wouldn't be home for the holidays. It's destined to become a family tradition in your home, too. -Victoria Cooklin, Massillon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
4 eggs
2-1/4 cups sugar
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
3/4 cup canola oil
2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
1 cup golden raisins
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another large bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, pumpkin and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apples and raisins. Transfer to two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans., For topping, in a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour and cinnamon. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; sprinkle over each loaf., Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PUMPKIN APPLE BUTTER



Pumpkin Apple Butter image

A few years ago, I decided to try my hand at canning. This first recipe I tried was such a success that I've been canning like crazy ever since! You'll love the truly autumn flavor of this apple butter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h5m

Yield 5 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (29 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2 cups apple cider
1 cup applesauce
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Pour into freezer containers. Refrigerate up to 1 month or freeze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful apples and pumpkins for the best flavor.
  • Peel and core the apples, but leave the pumpkin skin on for added nutrients and color.
  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Tart apples like Granny Smith or Braeburn pair well with sweet apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • Add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
  • Cook the apple and pumpkin mixture over low heat for a long time to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
  • Stir the mixture frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Use a food processor or immersion blender to puree the mixture until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Can the apple butter in sterilized jars for long-term storage.

Conclusion:

This Chunky Pumpkin Apple Butter recipe is a delicious and versatile spread that can be enjoyed on toast, crackers, or even ice cream. It's also a great way to use up leftover apples and pumpkins from your fall harvest. With its warm, autumnal spices and chunky texture, this apple butter is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a unique and flavorful spread, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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