70+ Pumpkin Puree Recipes {How To Store & Use a Can of Pumpkin} (2024)

Fun fact: A 15 ounce can of pumpkin pureeequals 1 and 3/4 cups.

Want to know what the average pumpkin puree recipes call for? Not 1 and 3/4 cups.

You know where that leaves us? With a whole lot of random leftover pumpkin puree.

Don’t worry, friends. I know the situation seems dire, but there’s no need to panic. Today, we’re going to talk about how to store and freeze pumpkin puree, plus I’ll be sharing over 70 pumpkin puree recipes so you won’t need to waste an ounce of that Autumn gold.

This post is part of a series called “Stuff I’ve Googled,” in which we attempt to use up common leftovers before they become science experiments. For more tips, check out these posts:

Leftover Buttermilk Recipes
Coconut Milk Recipes
Canned Chipotles in Adobo Sauce Recipes
Leftover Egg White Recipes
Leftover Egg Yolk Recipes

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How to Store Pumpkin Puree – Can You Freeze Pumpkin Puree?

Pumpkin puree can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Before storing, always remove any leftover puree from the can and place it in a glass or plastic container with a tight fitting lid.
You can also store pumpkin puree in freezer bags. To save space, lay the bags on a baking tray until frozen. The flattened bags can easily be stored stacked or side by side.
I also like to freeze pumpkin puree in ice cube trays to use as baby food. Allow the puree to freeze, then pop it out of the tray and store in a zip lock bag.

How Long Does Pumpkin Puree Last?

Fresh pumpkin puree will last about 1 week in the fridge.
Frozen pumpkin puree will last for about 6 months. To thaw frozen pumpkin puree, place it in the fridge overnight, or put the container of frozen puree in a bowl of cold water for 10-15 minutes.
If any liquid separates while storing or thawing pumpkin puree, simply give it a good stir before using in recipes.

70+ Pumpkin Puree Recipes

Now that you know how to store your leftover pumpkin puree, let’s find out how to use it up! Below are a variety of pumpkin puree recipes you can mix and match to use up the entire can. For instance, try Well Plated’s Pumpkin Parfaitswith Noshing with the Noland’s Pumpkin Pecan Muffins.

Whether you need to use a cup or just a few Tablespoons of pumpkin puree, there’s a recipe on this list for you. I’ve included pumpkin, desserts, beverages, breads, breakfasts, and even a few savory pumpkin recipes!

All of the recipes below use a can of pumpkin puree, NOT pumpkin pie filling. Unlike pie filling, canned pumpkin puree is unsweetened and unspiced.

I hope you have fun mix and matching your way to pumpkin heaven!