What can you do when you open up a can of pumpkin purée and don’t use it all?
Find out if you can stretch your holiday provision further by freezing canned pumpkin puree! Follow our easy how-to guide.
This puree is made from a specific type of pumpkin and they’re not the jack-o-lantern pumpkins you might be picturing.
Pumpkin puree is made using Dickson pumpkins. They are a small, smooth type of squash with tons of yummy pumpkin flavor.
Whether you cracked open a can and did not finish it or just want to be sure that you never run out, freezing pumpkin puree for future use is simple to do.
It's just as easy to use as unfrozen puree.
Around the holidays, there is one place that is truly unhinged and it’s the grocery store!
Nobody wants to get caught up in the grocery shuffle when there is so much holiday prep to do. That is why a lot of bakers turn to the freezer for help.
Frozen pumpkin puree can last for up to 1 year and be used in a wide range of recipes. It's a great option for anyone who constantly craves pumpkin in the off-season.
You can freeze pumpkin puree in perfect portion sizes for a variety of your favorite recipes. This will ensure that you always have the right amount of tasty fall flavor at your disposal.
For the most part, yes! You can freeze fresh homemade puree or canned pumpkin puree using the same methods.
To get the best flavor out of your frozen pumpkin, use the best quality can of puree, possible.
Plastic Bag - This is the best way to freeze a whole can. Simply dump an open can of pumpkin puree into a Ziploc bag or freezer-safe container, press out the air, and freeze.
This is just one of the different ways that work wonderfully. Choose one that suits your needs.
Check out the full blog post to see the other methods and FAQs about how to freeze canned pumpkin puree.