Candied Pumpkin Recipe

2 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Ready In: 40 min

“This is a delicious way to use fresh pumpkin.” - by Rachel

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsalted butter
3 cups fresh pumpkin, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/3 cup white sugar
3/4 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Original recipe yields 3 cups

Directions

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the pumpkin in the butter until tender, about 20 minutes. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Stir in the syrup, ginger, and cinnamon; remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to a bowl and cover. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (12 total)

Calories
115 cal
6%

Fat
3.9 g
6%

Carbs
20.8 g
7%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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sueb

May. 30, 2008

"Since I had 6 cups of white pumpkin, I used it, while keeping all the other ingredients the same. The recipe was easy to follow. The two hours of mellowing time helped the flavors blend. I'm don't l..." See moreike that the butter has resolidified in tiny little particles, but otherwise this is a great recipe!"

Chef in Training

Oct. 29, 2012

"It is easy and works well over fruit, pound cake or ice cream. I added a little salt to offset all the sweet of the sugar. I didn't have maple syrup so I used brown sugar which is made with maple syr..." See moreup anyway. I'll surely make this again."

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