Ceres Organics Pumpkin Seed Butter 220g
A smooth, earthy spread made from lightly roasted organic pumpkin seeds with a touch of sea salt. Nut free, and more flavour-forward than most seed butters.
Ceres Organics Pumpkin Seed Butter is made from three certified organic ingredients: pumpkin seeds, sunflower oil, and sea salt. The pumpkin seeds are lightly roasted before pressing, which develops their characteristic deep, earthy, slightly savoury flavour. It's a more distinctive taste than sunflower seed or almond butter - richer and more mineral in character, closer to tahini than peanut butter in flavour profile.
The texture is smooth and spreadable straight from the jar. The base oil is certified organic sunflower oil rather than pumpkin seed oil, which gives a cleaner, more neutral mouthfeel while letting the pumpkin seed flavour come through clearly.
Pumpkin seed butter works particularly well in savoury applications - stirred through dressings, swirled into soups, or spread on seedy crackers with a sharp cheese. It also pairs beautifully with strong sweet flavours like dark chocolate, dates, and maple syrup. A useful nut-free option for households with nut allergies, and a genuinely interesting spread for people who have moved past peanut butter and want something more complex.
BioGro certified organic and GE-free by Ceres Organics New Zealand.
Why people love it
- Three certified organic ingredients: pumpkin seeds, sunflower oil, sea salt
- Lightly roasted for a deep, earthy, savoury flavour
- Smooth and spreadable straight from the jar
- Completely nut free - safe for nut allergy households and school lunchboxes
- More flavour-forward than sunflower seed or almond butter - closer to tahini in character
- Vegan, gluten free, dairy free
- BioGro certified organic, GE-free
- 220g glass jar, reusable and recyclable
How to use it
Pumpkin seed butter lends itself to both sweet and savoury:
- Toast and bread: spread on sourdough or rye with sliced banana and a drizzle of honey, or with avocado and sea salt for a savoury option
- Savoury dressings: whisk with tamari, lime juice, garlic, and warm water for a punchy dressing for noodles, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls
- Soups: stir a tablespoon into pumpkin, carrot, or lentil soup before serving for added body and a earthy depth
- Dark chocolate pairing: spread onto rice cakes with a square of 70% dark chocolate - the earthy seed flavour and bitter chocolate are a natural match
- Baking: use in energy balls, raw slices, and cookies as a nut-free binder with a distinctive flavour
- Cheese boards: pair with sharp aged cheddar, manchego, or blue cheese alongside dried fruit
A note on flavour
Pumpkin seed butter has a pronounced, earthy character that some customers find more intense than other seed or nut butters. If you're new to it, start with a small amount and let the flavour develop. It grows on you quickly.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Natural oil separation is normal and a sign of an additive-free product. Stir well before use. Refrigerate after opening to maintain freshness and slow further separation.
Ingredients
Organic pumpkin seeds, organic sunflower oil, sea salt.
Nut free. Vegan. Gluten free. Dairy free. GE-free.
Country of origin: Product of New Zealand.
Certification: BioGro Certified Organic. GE-free.
About Ceres Organics
Ceres Organics is a New Zealand wholefoods company producing certified organic and GE-free pantry staples since 1985. Their range is built around traceability, minimal processing, and simple ingredient lists.
Why Santos Organics
Santos has been the Northern Rivers' organic food shop since 1978. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, every purchase supports our work in community food systems, environmental advocacy, and the Grow the Growers project. We stock Ceres Organics because their commitment to certified organic, GE-free, and minimal processing matches ours.
Santos Organics is not your average grocery store; it's a not-for-profit social enterprise and environmental charity. Since 1978, we've pioneered the organic wholefood movement. Our stores serve as community hubs where people connect with our team and fellow community members, sharing a journey toward optimal health and wellness. The palpable sense of community forms part of the social and cultural fabric of the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers. Employing over 70 passionate locals, we support hundreds of local farmers, makers, and artisans, promoting the local economy, building community resilience, and strengthening the local food system. Approximately 75% of the food on our shelves is locally grown, produced, or supplied, nurturing interconnectedness and supporting those passionate about clean, wholesome food and sustainable living.
Santos Organics makes conscious shopping easy by sourcing the best organic food and natural lifestyle products. We invest in ethics research through a dedicated Ethics Specialist position, ensuring our products meet rigorous standards before reaching our shelves. Our Care Check process aligns products with our social impact and environmental goals, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Our commitment to ethical product procurement extends to partnerships with local farmers through initiatives like the Grow the Growers Project. This project helps local farmers establish pathways to the organic retail market, making fresh, locally grown organic food more available and affordable. By incorporating supply agreements and mutual marketing support, we foster connections between customers and the farmers behind their food.
Santos Organics significantly impacts the local community and economy. Over the last three years, our investments in local employment, goods from local suppliers and distributors, rent, and hiring local tradespeople have retained over $26 million within the Northern Rivers. In the past year alone, $5.3 million was circulated back into the local economy through these efforts, supporting over 100 Northern Rivers-based suppliers and distributors. This investment sustains our community's vitality and unique culture. Employing over 70 local team members ensures money stays within the local economy, enhancing opportunities for community interaction and support. Our local suppliers share our vision of promoting creative, sustainable, and healthy product development, strengthening the reputation of the Byron Bay region as a hub for innovation and sustainability.
