Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Butter

Chocolately fall flavors.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can  pure pumpkin puree
• 1⁄2 cup  apple juice
• 1  teaspoon cinnamon
• 1⁄4 teaspoon clove
• 1⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1⁄3 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1  ounce bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a slight boil. Reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes or until butter thickens.
2. Allow to cool to room temperature, spread on toast, crackers or use as a dip for fruit. Store any leftovers in a covered container for up to a week.