Description
Learn how to make fresh pumpkin puree at home using either an Instant Pot or oven roasting method. This guide provides simple step-by-step instructions for both techniques to create smooth, homemade pumpkin puree perfect for baking, cooking, or blending into your favorite recipes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 lb sugar pumpkin, halved and seeds scooped out
- 1 cup water (for Instant Pot method)
Instructions
- Prepare Instant Pot: Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place the pumpkin halves on the steaming rack inside the pot.
- Cook in Instant Pot: Seal the Instant Pot and set to cook on high pressure for 13 to 15 minutes. When done, perform a quick release of the pressure and carefully remove pumpkin halves to cool.
- Puree Pumpkin (Instant Pot Method): Once cooled, scoop the pumpkin flesh into a bowl. Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the pumpkin until smooth.
- Preheat Oven: If choosing the oven method, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roast Pumpkin: Cut the pumpkin into quarters and arrange them on a baking dish. Roast in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the pumpkin flesh is tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cool Roasted Pumpkin: Remove the pumpkin from the oven and allow it to cool sufficiently to handle safely.
- Puree Pumpkin (Oven Method): Scoop the cooled roasted pumpkin flesh into a bowl and blend with a blender or immersion blender until smooth.
Notes
- Making pumpkin puree from scratch is easy and can be done either quickly in the Instant Pot or more slowly by roasting in the oven.
- The Instant Pot method is convenient for a faster preparation while the roasted method imparts a deeper flavor.
- Ensure pumpkin is fully cooled before pureeing to avoid hot splashes.
- Store homemade pumpkin puree in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
