This isn't your traditional spreadable, but it isn't meant to be. Our Pumpkin Seed Butter brings the light flavor of roasted pepitas (or toasted pumpkin seeds) together in harmony with a smooth, creamy texture. There's only 3 g of sugar, but our Unsweetened version has zero if that's more your speed.
The Smooth Pumpkin Seed Butter - The Nut free, Gluten free Butter
Pumpkin seeds have a very high zinc content. They present a lovely balance to other nut and seed butters higher in copper. Does your doctor recommend you to have a good zinc-to-copper ratio? Well, if they do, you can mix equal parts of pumpkin seed butter with other nut or seed butters when making your treats, only if you are not allergic to nut butters.
Although sunflower seed butter is popular, pumpkin seed butter is equally delicious and deserves more recognition. There are many ways to use sunflower seed butter to add variety and flavor to your dishes. Once you try it, you'll want to stock up. Roasted pumpkin seeds butter, a great nut-free spread alternative. The butter has a smooth texture and a rich, nutty flavor. It sits well with people wanting gluten-free butters for their creamy breakfast.
If you're looking for a nut-free alternative to peanut or almond butter, pumpkin seed butter is a great option that you'll absolutely adore. Pumpkin seed butter tastes very much like toasted pumpkin seeds (roasted pepitas) but with a slightly earthy flavor.
Homemade Pumpkin Seed Butter Recipe
There are only two ingredients needed to make homemade pumpkin seed butter. The roasted pepitas need between 15 and 20 minutes to fully release their oils and crush in your food processor. Process it longer to make it creamier! Enjoy the vegan, allergy-free, gluten-free spread that is rich, healthy, and nut-free. This is how you can enjoy your own pumpkin seed butter.
SIMPLE SNACK HACKS - Grab Your Pumpkin Seed Butter Recipe!
We think (and you probably will too) that our Pumpkin Seed Butter is equally delicious at all hours of the day. So whether you prefer a heaping spoonful in your oatmeal bright and early, or you would rather cozy up with a late-night movie, slices of fruit, and an open jar of Pumpkin Seed Butter, we have a perfect recipe idea for everyone. Do you love pumpkin seed butter? Try it! You will fall in for sure!
Banana Sushi
Fish are friends, not food. Fruit, on the other hand, is fair game. This banana sushi is sweet, simple, and super cute. Take one banana slathered in Pumpkin Seed Butter, slice it into bite-sized coins, and finish off with a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips, just because.
Smoothies
Looking for a protein boost to your morning smoothie? Try adding one (or two) tablespoons of Pumpkin Seed Butter to your smoothie before blending. Mix with spinach or leafy greens and banana if you're getting your veggies in, or try peach, mango, and banana for a smooth, creamy texture.
Fruit Plus Pumpkin Seeds Butter
A twist on the well-loved classic: spread Pumpkin Seed Butter generously on slices of tart Granny Smiths, crisp Fujis, or sweet Honeycrisps for the perfect pairing.
Oatmeal
Steel-cut or thick-rolled, up your oatmeal game with a swirl of Pumpkin Seed Butter. Nutritious grains and fiber from the oats, combined with protein and fats from our seed butter, make for a yummy, balanced breakfast.
Dip
Pack a punch of protein in that mid-afternoon (or Super Bowl Sunday) chips & dip snack. Pumpkin Seed Butter is a tasty and nutritious alternative to traditional store-bought dips, and this unique pairing is sure to have the whole family coming back for more.
Yogurt
Plain or unsweetened, original or Greek, a dollop of Pumpkin Seed Butter swirled into your yogurt is a game-changer. Toss a handful of blueberries on top for an extra burst of sweetness and color!
Seed Butter 'n' Jelly
Revolutionizing the classic, Pumpkin Seed Butter pairs beautifully with strawberry or grape jelly (if you're going after something a little more traditional) or strawberry key-lime jam for a unique flavor profile. Cut in halves or quarters, this is perfect for packing in lunch boxes too!
Toast
What better way to start your morning and celebrate a little more green in your life than with a lovely slice of Pumpkin Seed Butter Toast? (Hint: there is none). We like this one plain just fine, but feel free to spice it up and get fancy.
Roasted Garlic & Veggie Slaw
This savory winter slaw is made with cabbage, kale, Brussels, and carrots, with a creamy Pumpkin Seed Butter and garlic dressing to toss it all together. We're making slaw cool again.
Pumpkin Seed Butter Chocolate Eggs
Remember those sweet chocolate “eggs” you used to eat around springtime as a kid? We recreated the memorable confection, adding Pumpkin Seed Butter to make them an allergy-friendly treat with a green surprise inside. These chocolate eggs are a fun activity to make with kids but are also elevated enough for adults to enjoy, too.
Sikil Pak
We make this traditional Mayan dip extra creamy and packed with protein with our Unsweetened Pumpkin Seed Butter, and we love pairing it with fresh vegetables or tortilla chips for a mid-afternoon snack.
Pumpkin Seed Butter Cookies
Our easy, allergy-friendly cookie recipe can be made with any flavor of seed butter, but Pumpkin Seed Butter is the most fun. When they come out of the oven, they almost have the texture and taste of a peanut butter cookie, but without the nut -- crispy on the edges, chewy in the middle, and perfect for everyone.
Salsa Verde
Salsa Verde is a spicy Mexican salsa made with tomatillos and any variety of spicy green chili peppers you like. Roasting the tomatillos before blending them into a salsa tone down the sourness to reveal sweeter notes. Adding a spoonful of Unsweetened Pumpkin Seed Butter adds a rich creaminess and thickens the salsa slightly for greater “dip-ability”.
Smashed Potatoes & Pumpkin Seed Butter Pesto
There are some out there who might say pesto can only be made one way, in a mortar and pestle, with parmigiano reggiano and pine nuts, just like the nonnas make it. We love our nonnas, but we also love adding Pumpkin Seed Butter to our pesto, leaving out the pine nuts, and swapping cheese for nutritional yeast to make it vegan. It's up to you!
Pumpkin Seed Butter Chocolate Cups
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are a classic, for sure. But you can (and should) just as easily make your own. This recipe for DIY Seed Butter chocolate cups is fun for the whole family, potentially a little messy (but when is chocolate not?), and only contains two ingredients. That's right, no emulsifiers, no palm oil, no added sugars, and definitely no nuts. Oh, and did we mention they're addicting?
Double Chocolate Breakfast Cookies
Here's the oldest trick in the book: make yourself some cookies with tons of goodies in them (i.e., seeds, oats, chocolate, seed butter) and just call them "breakfast cookies". Then it's totally fine to have cookies for breakfast. After all, we're all adults here.
FAQs About Pumpkin Seeds Butter
1. Can you use fresh pumpkin seeds to make homemade pumpkin seed butter?
A: You will not be able to make the ideal pumpkin butter using raw pumpkin seeds. It is preferable to use pepitas, which are actually pumpkin seeds with the outer shell removed when producing pumpkin seed butter. The flavor and texture of the butter can be improved by toasting the pepitas. Making pumpkin seed butter using entire, fresh pumpkin seeds with their shells on in the food processor might not turn out as you'd hoped. So, roast the seeds (shelled pumpkin seeds) to make a nice earthy flavor of pepita butter!
2. Why does pumpkin seed butter taste have an earthy note?
A: Pumpkin seed butter has an earthy flavor for two reasons. One, pumpkin seeds naturally have a flavor that complements the presence of natural oils. Second, the method of processing (roasting, texture). More crunch adds more earthy robustness to the pepita butter. On the flip side, the more creamy the pumpkin seed butter the lesser the crunch, and the milder the earthy note. It contributes to what distinguishes and appeals to people who like the distinctive taste profile of pumpkin seed butter.
3. How to perfectly roast pumpkin seeds to golden brown color?
A: Preheat the oven at a preferable temperature according to your recipe. Spread the seeds in a large baking sheet in an even layer. It is good to spray or drizzle some neutral oil over the pumpkin seeds. You can even add flavor to the pumpkin seeds before roasting; for example, a sprinkle of paprika, cinnamon, garlic powder, or a little vanilla extract for a fun twist.
Bake for up to 25 minutes, so as to not overdo the golden brown color. Remember to occasionally stir the seeds. Leave the perfectly roasted pumpkin seeds to cool down then store your roasted pumpkin seeds in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their golden brown color and nutty flavor. Store in fridge for a longer shelf life.