Did you have a bumper crop of pumpkins this year? I know of at least one homesteader who has more pumpkins than she knows what to do with. That got me thinking. How many canned pumpkin recipes can I find to use up leftover canned pumpkin puree?
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Now, while I'm all for growing your own food as much as possible, sometimes we need shortcuts. And buying canned pumpkin puree does help stock up a prepper pantry if you aren't ready to learn to make pumpkin puree from scratch.
Maybe you're looking for ways to use up the leftovers. Or you could have a partial can of pumpkin puree to use up.
Whether you're getting started with canning or you buy canned pumpkin on sale after Thanksgiving (or Christmas), these pumpkin recipes will help you use up the leftover puree if you don't need a full can. (Or a full mason jar.)
August, 2023 Update: When I first published this post a couple of years ago, it included 21 canned pumpkin puree recipes. However, since then, I've added a few more favorite canned pumpkin desserts. And I'll be adding a few more this year as well!
25+ Canned Pumpkin Recipes for Leftovers
These canned pumpkin puree recipes will help you use up those leftovers!
Chewy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
Get ready to fall head over heels for these Pumpkin Snickerdoodles—a cozy blend of autumn spices and melt-in-your-mouth goodness that's simply irresistible! Click now to discover the secret ingredient that takes this classic cookie to new heights of deliciousness.
Pumpkin tiramisu recipe
Dive into the luxurious layers of our Pumpkin Tiramisu, where creamy mascarpone meets spiced pumpkin puree for an unforgettable twist on an Italian classic! Click to unveil the canned pumpkin recipe that will make you the star of every autumn gathering.
Best easy pumpkin crisp recipe
Transform your canned pumpkin dessert game with our Pumpkin Crisp recipe, featuring a drool-worthy Biscoff cookie crumble that adds a buttery, spiced crunch to every bite! Don't miss out—click now for the recipe that's a crunchy, creamy dream come true.
Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Skillet Cake with Spice Icing
This pumpkin cinnamon roll skillet cake recipe is the perfect dessert for fall and one of our favorite canned pumpkin recipes. It's made with spiced frosting and tastes amazing!
Kid-Friendly Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Recipe
I developed the eggless version of these pumpkin chocolate chip muffin recipe by accident a few years ago when I forgot to add the three leftover eggs I'd set out on the counter! And the kids loved it. Enjoy.
Pumpkin Spice Frozen Yogurt Pops Recipe
With just 15 ounces of canned pumpkin puree needed, this pumpkin spice frozen yogurt pops recipe is a refreshing fall treat and a perfect way to use up leftover pumpkin puree!
2 Ingredient Pumpkin Bread
No time to bake? This two-ingredient pumpkin bread recipe is a fast and delicious autumn dessert or snack!
Pumpkin No-Churn Ice Cream
With just ¾ of a cup of canned pumpkin puree, condensed milk, pumpkin pie spice and a couple more simple ingredients, this pumpkin no-churn ice cream is sure to become a new family fall favorite treat!
Chocolate Pumpkin Sheet Cake
Chocolate cake and pumpkin cream cheese icing - a winning canned pumpkin recipe and flavor combination!
Pumpkin Spice Steel Cut Oats Recipe
We love porridge (oatmeal) around here - especially in the fall. This hearty pumpkin spice steel cuts oat recipe is a great way to use up a few spoonfuls of leftover canned pumpkin puree!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Pudding
Another pumpkin puree dessert recipe that's ready in record time. Take a few minutes to prep, chill for an hour, and this pumpkin cheesecake pudding recipe is ready to eat!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies Recipe
Need a simple autumn dessert to take to a potluck or dinner? Use a boxed brownie mix and leftover pumpkin puree to whip up this pumpkin recipe in under an hour.
Pumpkin Crunch Cake
Pecans give this pumpkin sheet cake the crunch needed - and a yellow box cake mix saves time!
Keto Pumpkin Pie
This keto pumpkin pie recipe uses coconut milk instead of condensed milk - and just 5 carbs per slice!
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Enchiladas
Oh my word....pumpkin spice cheesecake enchiladas drizzled with caramel?!? Yes please. 1 cup of leftover pumpkin puree needed for this recipe!
Low Carb Healthy Pumpkin Bars
Another delicious healthy low carb keto pumpkin bar recipe using canned pumpkin puree.
Pumpkin Delight - Graham cracker crust, pumpkin spice, Cool Whip! YUM!
Looking to use up your leftover graham cracker crumbs and your leftover pumpkin puree too? Jen over at Princess Pinky Girl created this yummy dessert that also features pecans.
Warm Pumpkin Biscuits
Looking for less-sweet or savory recipe to use up leftover canned pumpkin puree? These warm pumpkin biscuits need just ¾ of a cup of pumpkin puree and make a great breakfast sandwich!
Pumpkin Spice Keto Truffles
Looking for a low-carb pumpkin sweet treat? These pumpkin spice keto truffles pack a flavor punch without the carbs - just 2 carbs per truffle.
Old-Fashioned Baked Pumpkin Donuts
These old-fashioned baked pumpkin donuts will remind you of your Grandma's kitchen - a healthier option to fried donuts.
No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Recipe {Easy & Only 10 Minute Prep}
No oven? No problem. With a graham cracker crust, a can of pumpkin puree and a couple more simple ingredients, you'll have a fast and easy fall pumpkin dessert.
Pumpkin Parfait - Mini Pumpkin Pie Parfait Dessert Treats!
Just a little canned pumpkin puree leftover? Use it up in these pretty parfaits.
Low Carb Keto Pumpkin Cookies Recipe
Made with almond flour and canned pumpkin, this pumpkin cookie recipe is a favorite with everyone - and it's gluten-free plus Keto-diet-friendly too!
Pumpkin Dump Cake
This easy-to-make pumpkin dump cake recipe is pure comfort food perfect for the cool weather and autumn dinners.
Best Easy Pumpkin Roll Recipe
Another bookmark-worthy traditional pumpkin dessert recipe your friends and family will love!
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
A spicy version of this New England classic fall dessert, you'll love the maple icing as much as the whoopie pie itself!
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What a helpful compilation! I always hate not knowing what to do with my leftover pumpkin and always feel guilty about letting it go bad in the fridge. I'll be turning to this again and again over the holidays. Thank you!!
So glad you loved them!
Don't they look great?
Love those pumpkin cookies. 🙂
It's my pleasure. Enjoy!
You are very welcome, Tracy! Enjoy.
Hi Lana - thanks for the comment, and I have those donuts on my "make-again" list!
I feel like I have a constant open can of pumpkin in the fridge this time of year, this is the perfect roundup and I'm bookmarking it with a ton of ideas to make now! First up - those donuts because I haven't had a good one all season!
Love the idea of having a variety of recipes to use up canned pumpkin. I specifically made the pumpkin roll and the pumpkin cookies and it turned out really good! thanks for these inspiring recipes! I will definitely find a lot time trying the other ones on this list this weekend!
What an amazing list of goodness! I specifically tried the pumpkin cookies and the pumpkin cake roll. Both turned out really good. I'll be trying the rest of on this list this holiday season for sure. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks for the great round-up of recipes. I can't wait to make the pumpkin cheesecake enchiladas! I'm drooling.
I tried the pumpkin chocolate chip muffin recipe yesterday as an on the go snack and it was perfect! A really awesome energy booster. I like the taste of the cinnamon the most (cinnamon lover here haha!) <3. I'll definitely make the others as well, thanks for sharing 🙂