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Easy Instant Pot Pumpkin Purée Recipe

Angela Milnes
Instant Pot Pumpkin Puree is an effortless recipe that quickly transforms fresh pumpkin into a smooth puree without peeling or cutting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Condiments
Cuisine American
Servings 4 -5
Calories 162 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1-2 Pie Pumpkins
  • 1 ½ Cups Water

Instructions
 

  • Add the water to the inner pot, followed by the trivet.
  • Cut the pumpkin tops off, and then cut each pumpkin into 6 equal slices.
  • Scoop/scrape the pumpkin seeds and pulp off the slices.
  • Place the pumpkin slices on top of the trivet and stack them on top of each other.
  • Set the pressure valve to sealing, and then set for a manual high-pressure time of 6 minutes total. At the end of the cooking time, allow for a quick pressure release.
  • Remove the pumpkin slicing from the pot. The pumpkin peels will easily fall off the slices after which you add the cooked pumpkin flesh to your blender or food processor.
  • Process the pumpkin until a nice purée has formed.
  • Use your homemade pumpkin puree as an ingredient for another recipe or store it in the refrigerator in an airtight jar or container for up to 7 days.

Notes

  • Choose the Right Pumpkin: For the best flavor, make sure to choose a sugar pumpkin or a pie pumpkin, not a carving pumpkin.
  • Cut Evenly: Cut your pumpkin into even pieces to ensure it cooks evenly in the Instant Pot.
  • Do Not Overcook: Be careful not to overcook the pumpkin as it can become too soft and watery, which will affect the consistency of your puree.
  • Drain Well: After cooking, drain the pumpkin well to remove any excess water before pureeing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 162mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g
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