How to Make Pumpkin Puree

Homemade sugar pie pumpkin purée made in a food processor and used for pumpkin recipes, like bread, muffins, ravioli, and more.

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Learn How to Make Pumpkin Purée in just a few simple steps. All you need to do is roast the pumpkin, purée it, then enjoy the purée in a variety of recipes, from baked goods and desserts to ravioli and dog treats.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Total Time50

Course: Condiment, Sweets

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 75kcal

Author: Kathleen Higashiyama

Equipment

Ingredients

1 sugar pie pumpkin
2 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Prepare pumpkin - Heat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a sharp knife to cut off the stem and cut the pumpkin in half lengthwise. Line the pumpkin flesh side up on the parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Brush the flesh with olive oil and season if desired to taste. You may also add maple syrup at this time. Turn the squash over flesh side down on the prepared baking sheet.
1 sugar pie pumpkin, 2 tablespoon olive oil
Bake squash - Bake the squash on the middle rack for 30-40 minutes, or until tender. To test doneness, use a paring knife to pierce the skin. If it goes in easily, the squash is done.
Puree pumpkin - Allow the pumpkin to cool, then peel the skin off. Add the pumpkin flesh to a food processor and puree until smooth. Use in pies, bread, baby food, soup, and more.

Notes

Storage

Refrigerate this homemade pumpkin puree in an air-tight container or lidded jar for up to 5 days. You can also freeze pumpkin puree in an air-tight freezer safe container for up to 3 months. In order to thaw it, place it in the fridge overnight.

Pureeing Tips

Use a sharp knife and hold the pumpkin firmly when you cut it Pumpkin can be hard to cut into and you may need to rock your knife back and forth to get a clean cut. Watch your fingers!
Use sugar pie pumpkins because they are sweeter and less moist than other varieties. Other varieties will work but won't be as sweet and may be more watery.
Add spices like cinnamon, pumpkin spice, or chai spice or add sweeteners like maple syrup.
Save your pumpkin seeds and roast them to enjoy later.

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