Easy Homemade Pumpkin Puree

Making pumpkin puree from scratch sounds impressive, but you would be surprised at how easy it is! With fresh pumpkin puree, you can create a variety of sweet and savory dishes that feature one of fall's most beloved flavors. Plus, letting your guests know that your pumpkin recipes are made with homemade pumpkin puree really sets your menu apart. The key to this recipe is to use the right type of pumpkin. You’ll want to use a Sugar pumpkin, which is a small baking pumpkin with a concentrated flavor.

How to Make Pumpkin Puree

Check out our video to learn how make homemade pumpkin puree from scratch!

Pumpkin Puree Recipe

Pumpkin resting on a surface, cut in half

Yield: 4-5 cups puree

Total Time: 50-65 minutes

Ingredients

  • One small baking pumpkin (4-6 pounds)
  • Salt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Core out stem of pumpkin and discard.
  4. Slice whole pumpkin in half.
  5. Scoop out the “guts” (the stringy bits and pumpkin seeds – not the flesh).
  6. Sprinkle kosher salt on pumpkin flesh.
  7. Place cut-side-down and skin-side-up on baking tray.
  8. Roast for 40-60 minutes, or until a pairing knife easily pierces through pumpkin’s skin and flesh.
  9. Scoop out the flesh into a food processor. We recommend using a cookie scoop for this step.
  10. Blend on high for about 5 minutes, or until the puree is smooth.

Homemade Pumpkin Puree FAQ

Pumpkin puree in a bowl resting on a wooden surface

From use to storage, we have helpful tips and tricks for all of your questions about homemade pumpkin puree below:

How Long Does Pumpkin Puree Last in the Fridge?

When properly stored, pumpkin puree (whether homemade or from a can) may last up to one week in the fridge or three months in the freezer.

What to Do with Pumpkin Puree

Once you’ve created your homemade pumpkin puree, there is a slew of recipes you can make! We love to use it in fall baking recipes with pumpkin pie spice and other autumnal flavors. Try making pumpkin milkshakes, pumpkin pie, housemade pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin bread, and bakery-style pumpkin cream cheese muffins.

For savory recipes, use pumpkin puree to make pumpkin soup, pumpkin and bacon mac and cheese, pumpkin pasta sauce, pumpkin risotto, pumpkin-stuffed ravioli, and potato and pumpkin gratin.

How to Store Pumpkin Puree

The best way to store pumpkin puree is in an airtight container in the fridge. If you want to store it in the freezer, put the pumpkin puree in a zip-top bag, try to get as much air out as possible, and seal it up. For proper food storage, don’t forget to label!


When you go the extra mile to create your own pumpkin puree, you're elevating your recipes and reputation to a whole new level. Your customers will notice the difference, making your restaurant or bakery the new go-to spot when dining out.

Posted in: Bakeries|Recipes|Seasonal|By Val Goodrich
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