Homemade Pumpkin Puree
Transform ordinary sugar pumpkins into a velvety smooth puree, perfect for all your autumnal baking desires. This easy method yields a vibrant, flavorful base for pies, muffins, soups, and more. Stock up your freezer and enjoy pumpkin goodness year-round!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
47 g
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Fiber
4 g
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Protein
7 g
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Saturated Fat
0 g
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Sodium
7 mg
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Sugar
10 g
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Fat
1 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). (5 minutes)
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Carefully cut the pumpkin in half from stem to base using a large, sturdy knife. Scoop out and discard the seeds and stringy pulp. (10 minutes)
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Place each pumpkin half, cut-side down, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. (2 minutes)
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Bake in the preheated oven until the pumpkin flesh is very tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on the size and variety of your pumpkin. (90 minutes)
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Let the pumpkin cool slightly before handling. Once cool enough to handle, scoop the flesh from the skin and transfer it to a blender or food processor. (10 minutes)
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Puree the pumpkin until smooth and creamy. For an extra silky texture, strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any remaining fibers. (5 minutes)
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Use immediately in your favorite recipes, or transfer to freezer-safe containers or bags. To freeze, spread the puree in a thin layer in the bags for faster thawing. (5 minutes)
For a richer flavor, roast the pumpkin with a drizzle of maple syrup or a sprinkle of cinnamon before baking.
If you don't have a blender or food processor, you can use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the pumpkin.
To thaw frozen pumpkin puree, place it in the refrigerator overnight or submerge the freezer bag in a bowl of cold water until thawed.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 205 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Emilia Walsh
Jun 19, 2025Great tips for freezing! I made a huge batch and it's all ready for holiday baking.
Kareem Leffler
Jun 19, 2023So easy and much better than canned pumpkin! I'll never go back.
Leda Wilderman
Feb 1, 2023This recipe worked perfectly! My pumpkin pie was the best I've ever made.