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August 27, 2017 By Kristine

Pumpkin Puree

Filed Under: Holiday, Snacks, Sides & Appetizers | Updated: January 13, 2020 | 32 Comments

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There’s nothing better than homemade pumpkin puree for all those delicious fall recipes!

Easily make homemade pumpkin puree in the Crock-Pot with this simple recipe! Your pies will never taste better!Do you ever get an idea, one that’s so big, you can’t wait to tell everyone? That totally happened to me! As you know, it’s pumpkin season, which means it’s also baking season, which means pumpkin pies, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin granola, and so on!

If you’ve known me for more than 5 minutes, you know I’m not a huge fan of processed foods and that I really, really like to make things myself (as long as it doesn’t take 16 hours in the kitchen) and that’s where my brilliant idea comes in. Homemade pumpkin puree in the Crock-Pot!

Easily make homemade pumpkin puree in the Crock-Pot with this simple recipe! Your pies will never taste better!I’ve roasted pumpkins in my oven before (the usual way, on a cookie sheet) and it was pretty uncomplicated, but the Crock-Pot, now that’s a whole new level of simplicity. Right?!

And let me tell you, the difference is huge! Fresh pumpkin puree is so, well, fresh! You will never, ever, ever buy pumpkin again. And I mean never. Mark my words!

Easily make homemade pumpkin puree in the Crock-Pot with this simple recipe! Your pies will never taste better!

There are only two things you need to know about making your own pumpkin puree. Number one, you MUST use sugar pumpkins. I’m serious. The large carving pumpkins are bland and stringy and do not make very appetizing treats. They’re just not made for that.

Easily make homemade pumpkin puree in the Crock-Pot with this simple recipe! Your pies will never taste better!Number two, don’t be alarmed, fresh pumpkin puree is always light yellow in color, and it can also be slightly more runny than canned pumpkin, but I promise it works just the same in all of those delicious pumpkin recipes (and tastes 100 times better)!

And now, are you ready for this pumpkin puree recipe? You’re not going to believe how simple it is.

Easily make homemade pumpkin puree in the Crock-Pot with this simple recipe! Your pies will never taste better!

Crock-Pot Pumpkin Puree

Canned pumpkin can contain any winter squash, make your own 100% pumpkin puree with this easy Crock-Pot recipe.
4.93 from 14 votes
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Course: Snacks, Sides, & Appetizers
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 5 cups
Calories: 30kcal
Author: Kristine
Ingredients
  • 2 sugar pumpkins (pie pumpkins)
Instructions
  • Wash the outside of the pumpkin with warm water and scrub off any dirt.
  • Remove the stem and cut the pumpkin in half.
  • Remove all the seeds and stringy parts inside the pumpkin (save the seeds if you roast them). Use a spoon to scrape the inside clean.
  • Place the pumpkin halves skin side up in the Crock-Pot. Cut the pieces into smaller chunks if necessary.
  • Cook on high for 2-3 hours or until fork tender (the pumpkin should be really soft).
  • Allow the pumpkin to cool enough to handle and then scrape the flesh from the skin with a spoon.
  • Mash the insides with a fork to remove lumps or puree it in a food processor or blender for a very smooth texture (I put mine in the food processor for a few minutes before jarring it).
  • Store pumpkin puree in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
  • Use the fresh pumpkin in place of canned pumpkin in any recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 30kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.5g | Protein: 1.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 1.6g
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And because it’s pumpkin season, try these pumpkin ginger molasses cookies or this pumpkin French toast, they’re incredible!

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  1. Sarah

    September 19, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    This is just so perfect for the pumpkin season that’s right around the corner!! Can’t wait to try this out!! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      September 19, 2016 at 5:52 pm

      Thank you Sarah! 🙂

      Reply
  2. maria

    September 19, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    I love this idea! It’s so much healthier to make you own …can’t wait to try this with my slow cooker. Pinning and flipping for reference. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      September 19, 2016 at 5:52 pm

      Thank you Maria! I make a few batches every year, I’m hooked!

      Reply
  3. Heidy L. McCallum

    September 19, 2016 at 5:53 pm

    I have been looking for some amazing fall crock-pot recipes and stumbled on your Crock-Pot Pumpkin Puree tonight, thank you this is really going to be a great addition to my fall recipes.

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      September 21, 2016 at 7:07 pm

      Thank you so much Heidy! You’re recipes will never taste better! Happy fall! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Platter Talk

    September 19, 2016 at 6:41 pm

    I’ve been reading up on my pumpkins lately. Thinking of making some homemade myself. Those little pumpkins come in handy for nice bowls to hold soup in, too!

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      September 21, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      Oh absolutely, that’s a great idea! Happy fall!

      Reply
  5. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes

    September 19, 2016 at 7:48 pm

    I really need to do this! I usually use canned because I’m lazy lol- but I bet this tastes better!

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      September 21, 2016 at 7:09 pm

      Haha Sarah, I completely understand that! Luckily one batch makes the equivalent of several cans, so I only do it once a season and I’m stocked up! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Safira

    September 19, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    Gorgeous much needed recipe!

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    • Kristine Underwood

      September 21, 2016 at 7:06 pm

      Thank you so much Safira!

      Reply
  7. Luci

    August 27, 2017 at 10:30 pm

    I can think of so many uses for this and I can’t wait to try this very soon! This has got to beat the canned stuff!

    Reply
    • Kristine | Kristine in between

      August 28, 2017 at 5:11 am

      Heck yes! I made it once and have never been able to go back!

      Reply
  8. Jagruti

    August 28, 2017 at 1:31 am

    Just goes to show how versatile the pumpkin is thanks for sharing

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    • Kristine | Kristine in between

      August 28, 2017 at 5:12 am

      Thanks Jagruti!

      Reply
  9. Amy @ The Cook Report

    August 28, 2017 at 3:15 am

    What a great recipe to have on hand!

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    • Kristine | Kristine in between

      August 28, 2017 at 5:12 am

      Thanks, Amy!

      Reply
  10. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables

    August 28, 2017 at 4:15 am

    I’ve never tried making my own pumpkin puree! This is a fun idea!

    Reply
    • Kristine | Kristine in between

      August 28, 2017 at 5:13 am

      It’s so easy, you should give it a try Liz! The smell of the cooking pumpkins is really nice too!

      Reply
  11. Michele Hall

    August 28, 2017 at 5:08 am

    I bet this is so much better than the canned processed stuff I usually buy. And the fact I can make it in the crockpot? Yes, Ill definitely be making this! 🙂

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    • Kristine | Kristine in between

      August 28, 2017 at 5:14 am

      Thanks Michele, I hope you enjoy it! It’s one of my favorite things to do in the fall now and it freezes really well! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Ginny McMeans

    September 30, 2017 at 6:56 pm

    Now this my kind of recipe! So healthful and rewarding. Great instructions.

    Reply
    • Kristine | Kristine in between

      October 1, 2017 at 7:38 am

      Thank you so much, Ginny! It’s one of my favorites too. I’m all about simple and wholesome. 🙂

      Reply

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