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Pumpkin spice butter with sourdough bread and jar on a linen background.

Pumpkin Spice Butter

There’s something magical about the flavors of fall, and this pumpkin spice butter brings them all together in a creamy, spreadable treat. Whether you’re enjoying a slow autumn morning or setting up a holiday brunch, this butter instantly feels like a warm hug on a crisp day — especially when spread over fresh sourdough or toasted bagels.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pint heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp pumpkin purée
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Honey optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Stand mixer or hand mixer (for homemade butter)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Towel and ice water (if making butter from cream)

Method
 

  1. Make the Butter (optional):
  2. Whisk heavy cream in a stand mixer or by hand until it separates into butter and buttermilk.
  3. Drain and squeeze out the buttermilk.
  4. Rinse the butter in ice water and squeeze in a towel to remove excess liquid.
  5. Mix Flavors:
  6. In a bowl, combine the fresh butter (or room-temperature store-bought butter) with pumpkin purée, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
  7. Stir well until smooth and creamy.
  8. Serve & Enjoy:
  9. Top with a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
  10. Perfect on sourdough bread, bagels, or holiday rolls.

Notes

Why I Love This Recipe:
This pumpkin spice butter is easy to make yet full of cozy fall flavors. It’s perfect for the holidays, brunch tables, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. I especially love it on warm sourdough bread or bagels!