Here's a collection of healthy recipes to use when you're wondering what to do with leftover fresh or canned pumpkin purée! These gluten-free pumpkin recipes are all easy and delicious.
Have you ever found yourself with half or a quarter of a can of pumpkin purée after baking? A 15-ounce can of pumpkin holds a little less than 2 cups. A 29-ounce can holds about 3 ½ cups. But many recipes only call for one cup or less!
No need to waste it!
If you find yourself wondering what to do with a little (or a lot) of leftover fresh or canned pumpkin purée, here's a list of healthy and delicious recipes to help you out! They're all gluten-free!
Some of these ideas are easy, no-bake recipes. You could also,
- stir it into your favourite chili recipe
- add it to a smoothie
- freeze it! Remember to add a label and the date so you can use it within a few months.
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How to store leftover pumpkin purée
Remove the remaining pumpkin from the can with a spatula and transfer to a small jar with a lid or to another airtight container. It will stay fresh in the fridge for up to a week.
Yes, you can freeze pumpkin purée
For longer storage, freeze it. Again, store it in a small airtight container, label it with the date and freeze for up to 3 months. I like to use ½ cup Mason jars so I can thaw it in the microwave when I want to bake with it again. You can also spoon it into a small resealable bag, flatten it, remove the air and freeze it. Small amounts can be frozen in ice cube trays.
Ideas for using leftover pumpkin purée
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Gluten-free Pumpkin Muffins with Maple Pecan Streusel
This recipe uses ½ cup of pumpkin purée. My new favourite muffin!
Pumpkin Energy Balls
You'll need ½ cup of pumpkin to make these yummy no-bake balls. Kids love these.
Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust
This cheesecake needs 1 cup of pumpkin purée. A Thanksgiving dinner tradition!
Creamy Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
You'll need ½ cup of pumpkin for these creamy oh-so-good overnight oats.
Cranberry Apple Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
This recipe calls for ¾ cup of pumpkin. One of my favourite breakfasts!
Pumpkin Spice Bread
You'll need ½ cup of pumpkin purée for this fall treat!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse
This creamy dreamy pumpkin mousse takes ¾ cup of pumpkin purée.
Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Just ½ cup is all you'll need to make these healthy treats for your pooch! Maggie LOVES these!
What is your favourite way to use leftover pumpkin purée? Please share it with the rest of us in the comments section below! Thanks in advance.
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