It’s OFFICIALLY fall and that means all things pumpkin. Stock up on those cans of pumpkin puree!
Raise your hand if you’ve bought a can of pumpkin puree to use in a recipe and ended up with leftovers?? Yup, you’re not alone. Today I’m sharing a round up of OVER 30 recipes from dietitians to use up leftover pumpkin puree, from pumpkin desserts, breakfast, and savory recipes. First let’s answer a couple questions all about pumpkin puree and how to use it (and what makes a good substitute.)
What is pumpkin puree?? What is in pumpkin puree?
Pumpkin puree can be labeled as 100% pure pumpkin, pumpkin puree, solid pack pumpkin, or simply “pumpkin.” But most of the time it’s actually a combination of pumpkin and various types of squash. Most of the squashes are less stringy and richer in sweetness and color than pumpkin. I have used sweet potato and butternut squash interchangeably for pumpkin in several recipes in the past and have had successful tasting results.
Are canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree the same thing?
Yes! Just make sure the canned pumpkin is NOT pumpkin pie filling. You can also you roast a whole pumpkin and then puree it in a blender or food processor. Chopping up a pumpkin is honestly a TON of work so I recommend opting for the canned pumpkin for the recipes shared. There are several recipes available online if you are interested in creating your own pumpkin puree.
Pumpkin Puree Recipes
As I shared these recipes are created by Registered Dietitians so they are mostly of the healthy genre, but overall nutrition will vary. However pumpkin puree itself is packed with vitamins, especially potassium, Vitamin A, and iron. Pumpkin is also a huge source of fiber which is great for cholesterol lowering, digestion, blood sugars, and overall health.
Pumpkin Breakfast
Healthy Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies from Haute and Healthy Living (pictured)
Pumpkin Donuts from No Food Rules
Whole Wheat Pumpkin Pancakes from To Taste
Vegan Pumpkin Breakfast Cookie from Nourished by Nic
Pumpkin Spice French Toast from Live Best
Pumpkin Granola from Being Nutritious
Pumpkin Waffles from Zest Nutrition Services
Pumpkin Oatmeal from Dr. Lisa Young
Pumpkin Scones from the Marching Apron
Pumpkin Desserts
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars (pictured)
Pumpkin Spice Nice Cream from Summer Yule
Vegan Pumpkin Brownies from Lettuce Veg Out
Chocolate Spiced Pumpkin Truffles from EA Stewart
Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins from The Nutrition Adventure
Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies from Theresa Gentile RD
Whole Wheat Pumpkin Bread from Carrots and Cookies
Pumpkin Oatmeal Muffins from Dietitian Jess Nutrition
Pumpkin Beverages
Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew from the Oregon Dietitian (pictured)
Pumpkin Spice Kefir Smoothie from Monica Nedeff
Pumpkin Protein Smoothie from Plant Based with Amy
Decadent Pumpkin Hot Chocolate from Fad Free Nutrition
Pumpkin Spice Latte from Plant Based with Amy
Pumpkin Snacks
Pumpkin Energy Balls from Lara Clevenger (pictured)
Pumpkin Protein Muffins from No Food Rules
Pumpkin Spiced Chia Pudding from Chelsea Dishes
Pumpkin Cookie Dough Bites from The Healthy Epicurean
Savory Pumpkin Dishes
Turkey Pumpkin Chili from Nourish Nutrition (pictured)
Pumpkin Vinaigrette from Nutrition Starring You
Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta from Jackie Newgent
Gnocchi with Pumpkin Thyme Sauce from Hoorah to Health
Pumpkin and Black Bean Tacos from Melissa Traub
Pumpkin and Mushroom Risotto from Jackie Silver Nutrition
Pumpkin Pizza from Healthyish Appetite
Thai Coconut Pumpkin Soup from Dietitian Jess Nutrition
That concludes our round up of over 30 recipes using leftover pumpkin puree! You can probably pick a couple recipes and split the can as well. Let me know if you make any of these delicious recipes by tagging me on @dietitianjess and thank you to the wonderful RDs that shared their recipes!
