Name: Homemade Pumpkin Puree
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American

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February 13, 2026

Pumpkin puree made with just one ingredient. With this simple recipe, you can quickly and easily prepare a creamy pumpkin puree in three different ways — oven, stovetop, or microwave — ready to use in soups, baked goods, or autumn-inspired dishes.

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Homemade Pumpkin Puree

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Instructions

Wash the pumpkin thoroughly, halve it and scrape out the seeds with a spoon.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan-assisted) or 200°C (conventional). Cut the pumpkin into large chunks and place them side by side on a baking sheet. Bake the pumpkin chunks for 25 to 30 minutes, or until tender.

Cut the pumpkin into large chunks and place them side by side in a microwave-safe dish. Cover with a plate or suitable lid and microwave on high for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the pumpkin is soft.

Cut the pumpkin into small cubes, about one centimeter in size, place them in a pot, and cover with hot water (or boiling water from a kettle). Simmer the pumpkin for 12 to 15 minutes, until soft. Then drain the pumpkin.

Place the soft-cooked pumpkin in a blender and purée until smooth and lump-free. Alternatively, purée the pumpkin with an immersion blender in a large bowl.

Either process the pumpkin puree directly or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pumpkin Selection Mastery 🎃
Choose a ripe Hokkaido pumpkin with deep, vibrant orange color and no soft spots for the most flavorful and creamy puree.
Moisture Management Technique 💧
After cooking, let the pumpkin drain in a fine-mesh strainer for 15-20 minutes to remove excess liquid and achieve a perfectly thick, creamy consistency.
Flavor Enhancement Hack 🧂
Roast the pumpkin with a light drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt to caramelize natural sugars and intensify the pumpkin's inherent sweetness.
Storage Pro Tip 🥡
Portion and freeze homemade pumpkin puree in ice cube trays for easy, precise measurement in future recipes, keeping fresh for up to 3 months.
Texture Perfection Trick 🥄
Use a food processor or immersion blender to puree the cooked pumpkin for the smoothest, most consistent texture without any lumps.

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Jule’s Menu

Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.