These quick and easy pumpkin puree recipes are a great way to celebrate fall and use up leftover cans of pumpkin at the same time. There are so many different desserts and baking recipes you can make with canned pumpkin puree besides pumpkin pie! Any of these delicious desserts will be perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any Autumn occasion.
What to Make with Leftover Canned Pumpkin
If you’re like me, you always end up with extra cans of pumpkin in your pantry during the fall season. Between the start of autumn, Halloween, and Thanksgiving, this delicious ingredient always finds its way into my kitchen. Luckily, there are tons of delicious and easy dessert recipes you can make with pumpkin puree!
Besides pumpkin pie, you can make cookies, cupcakes, baked goods, pancakes, and delicious no bake desserts. This ingredient really is the start of all the best fall desserts!
So if you’re wondering what to make with pumpkin puree, wonder no more! I’ve gathered my favorite desserts and baking recipes using canned pumpkin, so you can easily find something to do with any extra you have on hand.
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Must-Make Pumpkin Puree Dessert Recipes
Go above and beyond with your fall desserts, and make one of these impressive recipes–-all starting with a can of pumpkin puree. These are perfect for Thanksgiving!
- Pumpkin Pie: A classic pumpkin pie may be the most obvious thing to make with pumpkin puree, but it never disappoints! This recipe uses a full can of pumpkin and it always impresses on holidays.
- Pumpkin Cake: This easy pumpkin cake is made with a box of spice cake mix, a can of pumpkin puree, a few basic cake ingredients, and a simple cream cheese frosting to top it off.
- Pumpkin Pie Filled Cupcakes: If you prefer cupcakes over a full cake, try this recipe instead! This dessert has all the same pumpkin spice flavor, with a creamy pumpkin pie filling and my cream cheese frosting to match.
- Pumpkin Cheesecake: This dessert is worth all the effort if you want a show-stopping dessert. The creamiest pumpkin cheesecake filling sits in a graham cracker crust infused with pumpkin spice!
What to Bake with Pumpkin Puree
If you have some leftover pumpkin puree, use it to bake one of these warm and cozy recipes! Cupcakes, cookies, and brownies can all be made from a can of pumpkin.
- Pumpkin Sugar Cookies: These pumpkin-shaped cookies are made to decorate, so you can have fun and festive treats for parties or holidays. It only takes 1/4 cup of puree, some pumpkin pie spice, and a few other baking ingredients.
- Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes: This easy dessert is made with a boxed cake mix, pumpkin pie spice, canned pumpkin, and cream cheese frosting.
- Pumpkin Madeleines: A can of pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, and just a few other ingredients make up this fun little cookie recipe.
- Pumpkin Brownies: Rich fudgy brownies are stuffed with a pumpkin filling to make a fun Halloween, Thanksgiving, or autumn dessert recipe.
Quick and Easy Canned Pumpkin Recipes
A few ingredients and a few simple steps are all it takes to make these easy pumpkin puree recipes for breakfast, dessert, or a little bit of snacking!
- Pumpkin Crescent Rolls: This is my favorite way to use pumpkin puree when I need a sweet treat fast! Fill some refrigerated crescent roll dough with a sweet pumpkin mixture and bake in the oven. It’s ready in 20 minutes!
- Pumpkin Mousse: Light, fluffy, and easy to whip up, this sweet and creamy mousse is irresistible! It needs some time to chill, but prep is super fast.
- Pumpkin Pancakes: Don’t think I forgot about sweet breakfast treats! Use canned pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice to make fluffy pancakes in just 25 minutes.
Dessert Ideas with Leftover Pumpkin Puree
If you have an open can of half-used pumpkin puree sitting around, use up the rest of it to make one of these easy desserts. These recipes only require a little bit!
- Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes: These boxed chocolate cupcakes are infused with pumpkin puree (just 1/4 cup) and cinnamon for a fall twist, then topped with a rich chocolate buttercream.
- Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream: Use just 1/2 cup of pumpkin and whip up this no churn ice cream in minutes. It needs time to freeze, but the rest is so quick and simple!
- Pumpkin Pecan Biscotti: Cinnamon, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, and pecans make a deliciously crunchy cookie you can dip in your morning coffee.
Now that you have all of these easy dessert recipes with pumpkin puree, you’ll never have to wonder what to make with canned pumpkin again!
To make pumpkin puree, fresh pumpkin is cooked and mashed or blended to create a smooth mixture (aka, a puree). Some canned pumpkin is made from a mix of winter squash varieties, in addition to pumpkin.
If you have an open can of pumpkin puree, you can keep it in the fridge 4-7 days. I recommend transferring leftover canned pumpkin into an airtight container to store–or at least, cover the can with plastic wrap.
Yes. Transfer leftover pumpkin puree, (whether it’s fresh or canned) into a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze up to 6 months, and thaw before using.
No. Canned pumpkin is plain pumpkin puree. Canned pumpkin pie filling has spices (like cinnamon, nutmeg, etc.) mixed in, so that it’s already flavored.
If a recipe calls for pumpkin puree, it’s best to use plain pumpkin puree as directed. It will be difficult to balance the flavor and sweetness of the dish if you use pie filling.
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