Description
This Easy Pumpkin Puree Recipe is your ultimate guide to creating a delicious homemade pumpkin puree that will elevate your fall dishes. Whether you plan to make pies, soups, or even smoothies, this simple roasting method brings out the pumpkin’s natural sweetness and flavor. Ideal for Thanksgiving preparations or cozy autumn meals, this puree is a versatile ingredient you’ll want on hand all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sugar pumpkin (2.5–3 pounds)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400° F.
- Wash and dry the pumpkin. Carefully cut it in half from top to bottom.
- Scoop out the seeds and pulp using a large spoon, reserving seeds if desired.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and place the pumpkin halves cut side down.
- Bake for 30-45 minutes until tender; a knife should easily pierce through the skin and flesh.
- Allow the pumpkin to cool before scooping out the soft flesh.
- Blend the roasted pumpkin in a food processor or blender until smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 49
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg